Specialty Programs
Designed for talented and motivated campers, these programs provide advanced training in specialized sports, theater and music. With expert coaching, personalized feedback and opportunities to perform or compete, campers grow their skills while bonding with peers who share the same passion. It’s the perfect place to excel, connect and shine.
Summer 2026 Schedule
Specialty Programs Dates
Session 1 (1 Week): June 22-26
Session 2 (2 Weeks): June 29-July 3 & July 6-10
Session 3 (2 Weeks): July 13-17 & July 20-24
Session 4 (2 Weeks): July 27-31 & Aug. 3-7
Session 5 (2 Weeks): Aug. 10-14 & Aug. 17-21
2026 Rates
Two-week programs: $650; One-week programs: $325.
Program Hours
See individual programs for specific hours.
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What you’ll find at Our Specialty Programs
MATH REFRESHER
Grades 6-8
1 Two-week session
Offered Session 5
Aug. 10-14 & Aug. 17-21; 9 a.m. – noon
Get ready to tackle the upcoming school year with confidence at Summer@WMA’s Math Refresher Program! Designed for students entering sixth to eighth grade, this one-week camp strengthens essential math skills and builds problem-solving confidence.
Campers will engage in hands-on activities, real-world challenges and interactive games that make math fun and meaningful. Topics include fractions, decimals, ratios, percentages, pre-algebra and basic geometry. Each day focuses on mastering key concepts, practicing strategy and reinforcing skills that students will use in the year ahead.
Led by experienced instructors, Math Refresher helps students gain confidence, improve their problem-solving abilities and enter the school year prepared to succeed. By the end of the week, campers will have stronger math foundations and the tools to approach new challenges with ease.
COLLEGE ESSAY WRITING
Grades 10-12
1 Two-week session, choose either
Morning (9 a.m. – noon) or Evening (hours TBD)
Offered Session 2
June 29-July 2 & July 6-9
WMA College Counselor Bill Wells will walk students through the various steps of the college process. An award-winning writer, Mr. Wells will methodically help students with their 650-word essay, which is required at most colleges and universities in the United States. Mr. Wells, a parent of two adult children who attended college, will also address the Common Application and supplements, as well other essential information.
Students will leave the course with a polished first draft of their essay, part of their Common App completed and a clear understanding of the college process.
Mr. Wells has worked with students in the last five years who have gained admission to Babson College, Bentley University, Bowdoin College, Colby College, Dartmouth College, New York University, Northeastern University, Rhode Island School of Design, Smith College and Tufts University.
Note: Students must choose either the morning or evening session for the program.
DARKROOM PHOTOGRAPHY
Grades 9-12
1 One-week session
Offered Session 1
June 22-26; 9 a.m. – noon
Step into the fascinating world of film at Summer@WMA with our Darkroom Photography Camp! Campers will explore classic photographic techniques in our fully equipped darkroom, learning the foundations of pinhole photography, camera-less imagery and photograms before moving on to traditional Single Lens Reflex (SLR) cameras.
Working with film encourages students to think critically about cause and effect, anticipate results and problem-solve in real time, all while blending art, physics and math. Campers develop technical skills in exposure, composition and developing prints, gaining a deeper understanding of photography beyond the digital world.
Guided by the experience of WMA’s Chair of the Fine & Performing Arts Department Mr. Paul Bloomfield, students create original works of art while mastering the classic processes that have defined photography for generations. At Summer@WMA, Darkroom Photography combines creativity, precision, and discovery in an unforgettable hands-on experience.
FASHION
Grades 9-12
1 Two-week session
Offered session: TBD, 9 a.m. – noon
Step into the world of style at Summer@WMA in our Summer Fashion Camp! In our creative studio space, campers will dive into the essentials of fashion design—from sketching and mood boards to clothing construction, styling and personal expression.
Through hands-on projects, fabric exploration, and collaborative design challenges, students build confidence, originality and problem-solving skills. Campers will learn the fundamentals of fashion, including color theory, pattern-making basics, trend inspiration, and accessory design, while experimenting with both individual and group creations.
Guided by an experienced instructor, students discover the excitement of design, develop their unique aesthetic, and gain skills that extend far beyond the runway. Summer Fashion Camp at Summer@WMA blends imagination, craftsmanship and the thrill of bringing ideas to life.
INTRO TO CODING
Grades 9-12
1 Two-week session
Offered Session 2: June 29-July 2 & July 6-9
Mornings only ( 9 a.m. – noon)
This one-week intensive camp introduces students to foundational concepts in computer science through hands-on, creative app development using Code.org’s App Lab. Designed for beginners and budding programmers alike, the camp emphasizes event-driven programming — the core idea behind how interactive apps work.
Across six immersive hours each day, students learn how user interactions, such as clicks and key presses, trigger the code that powers modern applications. Through guided lessons, collaborative challenges, and independent project time, campers explore essential CS Principles topics including basic computer functions, algorithms, variables, conditionals and loops, and user interface design.
By midweek, students begin designing and coding their own interactive apps—experimenting with buttons, screens, input fields, and visual elements—while practicing debugging strategies and problem-solving techniques. The week culminates in a final “App Showcase,” where each participant presents a functional and personalized app they built from scratch. Students will not only understand the fundamentals of event-driven programming but will also gain confidence as creators, ready to continue exploring the world of computer science.