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Sports Camps
Camp Details
CAMP 01: July 20 & 21, 2023 | 9 AM – Noon
Cost: $60
Description
Mount Notre Dame Basketball Camps are led by MND’s coaching staff and MND student athletes. MND shares a rich tradition of basketball excellence. All success is due to our tradition of faith, family and one big heart, our great coaches and committed players. Basic skills such as shooting, passing, ball handling, footwork and defense will be covered daily. Team defense and offense will also be taught at camp. Each camper will receive a camp t-shirt. Registration needs to be completed by June 14 in order to guarantee the camper’s t-shirt size.
Note: Basketball camps tend to fill quickly.
Contact
Mr. Mark Schenkel, Athletic Director | mschenkel@mndhs.org
Camp Details
CAMP 02: July 27 & 28, 2023 | 3 -6 PM
Cost: $60
Description
Mount Notre Dame Basketball Camps are led by MND’s coaching staff and MND student athletes. MND shares a rich tradition of basketball excellence. All success is due to our tradition of faith, family and one big heart, our great coaches and committed players. Basic skills such as shooting, passing, ball handling, footwork and defense will be covered daily. Team defense and offense will also be taught at camp. Each camper will receive a camp t-shirt. Registration needs to be completed by June 14 in order to guarantee the camper’s t-shirt size.
Camp Details
CAMP 03: July 13 & 14, 2023 | 9 AM – Noon
Cost: $60
Description
Mount Notre Dame Basketball Camps are led by MND’s coaching staff and MND student athletes. MND shares a rich tradition of basketball excellence. All success is due to our tradition of faith, family and one big heart, our great coaches and committed players. Basic skills such as shooting, passing, ball handling, footwork and defense will be covered daily. Team defense and offense will also be taught at camp. Each camper will receive a camp t-shirt. Registration needs to be completed by June 14 in order to guarantee the campers t-shirt size.
Note: Basketball camps tend to fill quickly.
Contact
Mr. Mark Schenkel, Athletic Director | mschenkel@mndhs.org
Camp Details
CAMP 04: July 14, 2023 | 2 – 5 PM
Cost: $60
Description
MND Elite Basketball Camp is designed for the athletes who are playing competitive grade 7 or 8 basketball. The camp is for the more experienced player who would like to take their skills to the next level and above. Coach Rogers will teach competitive drills and games. This camp is not for beginning players.
Mount Notre Dame Basketball Camps are led by MND’s coaching staff and MND student athletes. MND shares a rich tradition of basketball excellence. All success is due to our tradition of faith, family and one big heart, our great coaches and committed players. All success is due to our tradition of faith, family and one big heart, our great coaches and committed players.
Note: Basketball camps tend to fill quickly.
Contact
Mr. Mark Schenkel, Athletic Director | mschenkel@mndhs.org
Camp Details
CAMP 05: May 24 & 25, 2023 | 7 – 9 PM
Cost: $35
Description
The Incoming Freshman Basketball Camp is training designed for the incoming freshman (Class of 2027) who is interested in playing basketball in high school. They will learn skills, techniques and strategies needed to be successful at the high school level. Each camper will receive a t-shirt.
This camp isled by MND’s coaching staff and MND student athletes. MND shares a rich tradition of basketball excellence. All success is due to our tradition of faith, family and one big heart, our great coaches and committed players.
Note: Basketball camps tend to fill quickly.
Contact
Mr. Mark Schenkel, Athletic Director | mschenkel@mndhs.org
Camp Details
CAMP 06: July 18 – 21, 2023 | 7 AM – 9 AM
Meet on the MND Soccer Field and run in the neighborhoods and nearby parks.
Cost: $75
Description
MND’s Cross Country Program is hosting a girls-only youth camp for girls entering grades 6 though 8 this fall. The CC Camp will meet on MND’s soccer field and take full advantage of Reading’s many neighborhoods and parks located near the Mount Notre Dame campus. The camp will be led by Varsity Head Cross Country Coach Dr. Jeff Johnson, his assistant coaches, and current and former MND cross country runners. The camp will help girls in grades 6 – 8 improve their physical and mental approach to running while, at the same time, making sure they remember that sports should be fun. Campers should wear running clothes, running shoes, a light jacket or sweat shirt, and bring a water bottle. Every camper receives a t-shirt.
Contact
Dr. Jeffrey Johnson, MND Cross Country Coach | mnd.cc.tf@gmail.com
Camp Details
CAMP 07: May 30 – June 1, 2023 | 6 PM – 8 PM
Cost: $55
Description
This camp is for girls entering grades 6 – 8 of all skill levels interested in Field Hockey. The MND Field Hockey Coaching staff and student assistants will focus on the fundamentals and technical skills needed to progress to a competitive level. Skills include: dribbling, shooting, eliminating defenders, defense, scoring, and field vision. Each camper will receive a camp t-shirt.
Athletes should bring shin guards (soccer shin guards are acceptable), mouth guard, and water. Sticks will be provided at the camp.
Contact
Beth Brandner, MND Field Hockey Coach | cougarsfh@gmail.com
About Coach Brandner
Coach Beth Brandner is an MND alumna and played field hockey, basketball and lacrosse. In her field hockey career, Beth Brandner was the center back for the Cougars. She hsa been recognized with several awards during her career at MND including 1st team Southwest Ohio Field Hockey League and MND Athlete of the Year. Coach Brandner played on the 2004 field hockey team in the state finals. Beth went on to Wittenberg to have a great career in field hockey and lacrosse. She returned to MND in 2010 as an assistant coach in lacrosse and field hockey. Beth was the varsity head coach in field hockey from 2012 to 2019 and remains an assistant head coach on the varsity team. In 2019, Beth was inducted into the MND Athletic Hall of Fame. She is married to Kevin Brandner and has 3 young children.
Camp Details
CAMP 08: June 5 – 7, 2023 | 5:30 – 7 PM
Cost: $55
Description
This camp is for girls entering grades 4 – 9 of all skill levels interested in Lacrosse. MND Head Coach Sara Kuhlman along with the Lacrosse Coaching staff and student assistants will focus on the fundamentals and technical skills needed to progress to a competitive level. Skills include: catching, throwing, ground balls, shooting, footwork, and improving lacrosse IQ. Included in the camp are fun activities, awards and competition every day. Each camper will receive a camp t-shirt.
Athletes should bring a lacrosse stick, lacrosse goggles, mouth guard, and water.
Contact
Coach Sara Kuhlman, MND Lacrosse Coach | skuhlman92@gmail.com | 513.205.8087
Camp Details
CAMP 09: June 12-15, 2023 | 5-7 PM
Cost: $75
Description
MND’s Soccer Program is hosting a youth camp for girls entering grades 3 – 5 led by current MND players and coaches. This MND Soccer Camp will take place on the field located on the campus of Mount Notre Dame. This camp will provide girls in grades 3 – 5 with opportunities to improve their skills, make new friends and have fun. Athletes should wear cleats and shin guards and bring a pumped soccer ball and water bottle. | Mount Notre Dame Soccer Camps are run by MND’s Head Varsity Coach, Kiersten Roof, Varsity Assistant Coach Fallon Lane-David, JV Coaches Cody Olson and Kayla Byrnside, and current MND players. In the last 5 years the MND Soccer Program has achieved; GGCL, Districts, Regionals, and State title(s) for the first time in school history. Come out and see what it’s like to be part of the MND Soccer Family! Each camper will receive a t-shirt.
Contact
Kiersten Johnson, MND Head Varsity Coach | kjohnson11.kj@gmail.com | 513.967.6127
Camp Details
CAMP 10: July 24 – 27, 2022 | 5 PM – 7 PM
Cost: $75
Description
MND’s Soccer Program is hosting a youth camp led for girls entering grades 6 – 8 by current MND players and coaches. This MND Soccer Camp will take place on the field located on the campus of Mount Notre Dame. It will provide girls in grades 6 – 8 the opportunity to a fun and challenging environment while being exposed to a high-level high school training session. Campers will experience what it’s like to be part of and learn from the Cougar Soccer Family. Athletes should wear cleats and shin guards and bring a pumped soccer ball and water bottle. Each camper will receive a t-shirt. | Mount Notre Dame Soccer Camps are run by MND’s Head Varsity Coach, Kiersten Roof, Varsity Assistant Coach Fallon Lane-David, JV Coaches Cody Olson and Kayla Byrnside, and current MND players. In the last 5 years the MND Soccer Program has achieved; GGCL, Districts, Regionals, and State title(s) for the first time in school history.
Contact
Kiersten Johnson, MND Head Varsity Coach | kjohnson11.kj@gmail.com | 513.967.6127
Camp Details
CAMP 11: July 10 – 12, 2023 | 8 AM – 10 AM
Cost: $55
Description
MND’s Volleyball Program is hosting a camp for girls, grades 3 and 4, led by MND coaches and players. The camp will teach fundamental skills of volleyball: passing, setting, serving, blocking, attacking. Team offense and defense, including 4-2, 5-1, and 6-2 offenses and perimeter and setter up defenses will be taught. Passing and serving competitions are held daily. The camp also includes fun activities such as themed “dress days” and Team Competition Day. Awards are given out for the camp all-star and best attitude. Each camper will receive a t-shirt.
Contact
Mr. Mark Schenkel, Athletic Director | mschenkel@mndhs.org
Camp Details
CAMP 12: July 10 – 12, 2023 | 10:30 AM – 1 PM
Cost: $70
Description
MND’s Volleyball Program is hosting a camp for girls, grades 5 and 6, led by MND coaches and players. The camp will teach fundamental skills of volleyball: passing, setting, serving, blocking, attacking. Team offense and defense, including 4-2, 5-1, and 6-2 offenses and perimeter and setter up defenses will be taught. Passing and serving competitions are held daily. The camp also includes fun activities such as themed “dress days” and Team Competition Day. Awards are given out for the camp all-star and best attitude. Each camper will receive a t-shirt.
Contact
Mr. Mark Schenkel, Athletic Director | mschenkel@mndhs.org
Camp Details
CAMP 13: July 10 – 12, 2023 | 2 – 5 PM
Cost: $80
Description
MND’s Volleyball Program is hosting a camp for girls, grades 7 and 8, led by MND coaches and players. The camp will teach fundamental skills of volleyball: passing, setting, serving, blocking, attacking. Team offense and defense, including 4-2, 5-1, and 6-2 offenses and perimeter and setter up defenses will be taught. Passing and serving competitions are held daily. The camp also includes fun activities such as themed “dress days” and Team Competition Day. Awards are given out for the camp all-star and best attitude. Each camper will receive a t-shirt.
Contact
Mr. Mark Schenkel, Athletic Director | mschenkel@mndhs.org
Camp Details
CAMP 14: July 24 – 26, 2023 | 3 PM – 5 PM
Cost: $95
Description
The Incoming Freshman Volleyball Camp is designed for the incoming freshman (Class of 2027) who is interested in trying out for a high school volleyball team. The camper does not have to be enrolled in MND’s Class of 2027 to attend. This camp will focus on the fundamental skills of volleyball. It will also prepare the athlete for the upcoming high school tryouts. It is geared toward the serious volleyball player. Athletes will be challenged as they participate in high school level drills. It is a great experience prior to tryouts. MND coaching staff will lead the camp and will teach skills, techniques and strategies needed to be successful at the high school level. Campers should bring a water bottle. Each camper will receive a t-shirt.
Contact
Mr. Mark Schenkel, Athletic Director | mschenkel@mndhs.org
Special Interest Camps
Camp Details
CAMP 17: August 2, 2023 | 9:00 AM – Noon (Morning Session)
CAMP 18: August 2, 2023 | 1 – 4 PM (Afternoon Session)
CAMP 19: August 3, 2023 | 9:00 AM – Noon (Morning Session)
CAMP 20: August 3, 2023 | 1 – 4 PM (Afternoon Session)
Cost: $85
Description
Get a jump start on your Common App application! This 3 hour session is designed for MND Class of 2024 students to learn about the different sections of the Common App, and get ahead on the application process. Sessions will be run by MND counselor, Mrs. Siler, and capped at 12 students to allow for individual attention.
Contact
Mrs. Kellie Siler, MND Counselor | ksiler@mndhs.org
Camp Details
CAMP 22: July 24 – 28, 2023 | 9 AM – 2 PM
Cost: $150
Description
Kindergarten to Grade 5: Fun themes and games will be incorporated into each day of the camp. Girls will learn dance technique and three routines in the styles of pom, hip hop, and jazz.
Grades 6-8: Dancers will be participating in our High School Dance Team Prep Camp. Dancers will work on technique and challenging routines in the styles of pom, jazz, and hip hop. Themes and other fun activities will be incorporated into each day of camp. All campers will receive a t-shirt.
Camp will include a performance in the MND gym on the last day of camp (July 28) at 1 PM.
Contact
Lauren Hawkins Crook, MND Varsity Dance Coach | lcrook@mndhs.org
Camp Details
CAMP 23: August 7, 2023 | 9:30 AM – Noon (Morning Session)
CAMP 24: August 7, 2023 | 1 – 3:30 PM (Afternoon Session)
CAMP 25: August 8, 2023 | 9:30 AM – Noon (Morning Session)*
CAMP 26: August 8, 2023 | 1 – 3:30 PM (Afternoon Session)
Cost: $90
Description
Curious, or even a bit nervous about the next big step as you transition to high school? ‘Getting the Edge’ is designed to share some awesome study skills and tips to MND’s incoming freshman class. Topics covered include: time management, note-taking, the ‘Pomodoro’ work method, and the Feynman technique for studying.
Contact
Mrs. Amy Bonino MND Social Studies Department |abonino@mndhs.org
Camp Details
CAMP 27: July 26 – 27, 2023 | 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM (Morning Session)
CAMP 28: July 26 – 27, 2023 | Noon – 3 PM (Afternoon Session)
Cost: $100
Description
Ever wonder how to begin building an awesome high school experience full of the types of leadership opportunities that make memories? MND’s summer leadership camp can give you a blueprint to help navigate your way through the next four years. Have fun while meeting new classmates and current MND student leaders while investigating your own leadership style. Games and activities are designed to cover the following topics: communicating with creativity and confidence, personality types and how they impact leadership and collaboration, and the role of advertising and graphic design in leadership roles. Leadership camp will also introduce the Class of 2027 to the many clubs, positions, and pathways to becoming a school leader at Mount Notre Dame.
Contact
Mrs. Kelly Enochs, MND Math Department | kenochs@mndhs.org
Camp Details
CAMP 29: June 12 – 15, 2023 | 9 AM – Noon
Cost: $125
Description
Four days of painting, printing, and doing collage work. We will work with multiple media: paint, glue, collage materials, markers, crayons and pencils. This is a hands-on camp. Grades 3-6 girls. Wear clothing appropriate for creating or bring an art shirt or an apron if preferable. You are welcome to bring a snack and a water bottle. Class size is limited to 16.
Contact
Mrs. Denise Scharf, MND Art Dept. | dscharf@mndhs.org
Camp Details
CAMP 30: June 12 – 15, 2023 | 1 PM – 4 PM
Cost: $125
Description
Four days of painting, printing, and doing collage work. We will work with multiple media: paint, glue, collage materials, markers, crayons and pencils. This is a hands-on camp. Grades 7-8 girls. Wear clothing appropriate for creating or bring an art shirt or an apron if preferable. You are welcome to bring a snack and a water bottle. Class size is limited to 16.
Contact
Mrs. Denise Scharf, MND Art Dept. | dscharf@mndhs.org
Camp Details
CAMP 31: July 17 – 20, 2023 | 9 AM – Noon
Cost: $100
Description
This camp is an introduction to Show Choir. Campers will put together a short show, singing and dancing, to present to guests on Thursday, July 20. MND Show Choir members will teach choreography and vocal parts.
Contact
Mrs. Elizabeth Venia, MND Vocal Music Teacher | evenia@mndhs.org
Camp Details
CAMP 32: June 5 – 9, 2023 | 9 AM – 3 PM (M-Th), Noon – 9 PM (Fri)
Cost: $160
Description
MNDT Kids Camp is a summer intensive to give kids an opportunity to work with other performers. They will work hard in learning songs, dialogue, and choreography in just 4 days with the goal of presenting the show on the final evening of camp. It is an excellent opportunity to meet new friends, have fun, and get immersed in the wonderful craft that is theatre. Each camper will receive an MNDT Kids Camp water bottle and T-Shirt.
Contact
Mr. Kyle Imbronyev, MNDT Artistic Director | kimbronyev@mndhs.org
Mr. Joe Beiting, MNDT Assistant Director & Nativity Music Director
Camp Details
CAMP 33: June 12 – 16, 2023 | 9 AM – 3 PM (M-Th), Noon – 9 PM (Fri)
CAMP 34: June 19 – 23, 2023 | 9 AM – 3 PM (M-Th), Noon – 9 PM (Fri)
Cost: $160
Please note that the 6th – 8th Grade Camp is NOT a two-week camp. Due to popularity in past years, the same camp is being offered two separate weeks.
Description
MNDT Kids Camp is a summer intensive to give kids an opportunity to work with other performers. They will work hard in learning songs, dialogue, and choreography in just 4 days with the goal of presenting the show on the final evening of camp. It is an excellent opportunity to meet new friends, have fun, and get immersed in the wonderful craft that is theatre. Each camper will receive an MNDT Kids Camp water bottle and T-Shirt.
Contact
Mr. Kyle Imbronyev, MNDT Artistic Director | kimbronyev@mndhs.org
Mr. Joe Beiting, MNDT Assistant Director & Nativity Music Director
The High School Entrance and Placement Test for those eighth graders interested in attending a
Catholic high school in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati is Saturday, November 18, 2023.
HSPT Prep Courses
Under the direction of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, Catholic high schools will be administering the traditional High School Placement Test (HSPT) as the high school entrance/placement assessment in November 2023 to all interested eighth grade students who are considering the possibility of attending an area Catholic high school. Mount Notre Dame is excited to once again offer this test prep program to eighth grade girls this summer and fall.
Cost: $135
Girls entering 8th Grade (in August 2023)
Description
Two of MND’s stellar faculty will teach eighth grade girls how to be more confident and prepared for the High School Placement Test (HSPT). During the four-day collaborative course, students will review the test design, learn general standardized test-taking strategies, and explore the test content in an interactive, energetic classroom environment. Following three days of instruction, students will take a full-length graded practice test on the fourth day of the camp. Students and parents will receive daily updates, and an analysis of practice test results will be provided after the test has been scored. Students must bring a smart phone or Wi-Fi enabled tablet or computer as the camp will utilize interactive websites and tools. Fee includes textbook and MND spirit gear. Note: This in an in-person, on-campus course. Summer and Fall camps also include a FREE Refresher Course on Monday, November 13, 2023 from 4 – 6 PM (available to any student who completed an HSPT Prep Class at MND).
Course Instructors
Jennifer Koutnik, MND Social Studies Department Chairperson | jkoutnik@mndhs.org
Paula Schute, MND Mathematics Department Chairperson | pschute@mndhs.org
Six Summer Sessions: Monday – Thurs
July 31 – Aug 3, 2023 | Morning Session | 8:30 – 10:30 AM (M-W) & 9 AM – Noon (Th)
July 31 – Aug 3, 2023 | Mid-Day Session | 11 AM – 1 PM (M-W) & 9 AM – Noon (Th)
July 31 – Aug 3, 2023 | Afternoon Session | 1:30 – 3:30 PM (M-W) & 9 AM – Noon (Th)
Aug 7 – 10, 2023 | Morning Session | 8:30 – 10:30 AM (M-W) & 9 AM – Noon (Th)
Aug 7 – 10, 2023 | Mid-Day Session | 11 AM – 1 PM (M-W) & 9 AM – Noon (Th)
Aug 7 – 10, 2023 | Afternoon Session | 1:30 – 3:30 PM (M-W) & 9 AM – Noon (Th)
One Fall Session: Wednesday afternoons Sept. 20, Sept. 27, Oct. 4 & Saturday morning Oct. 7
Sept. 20, 27 Oct. 4: 4 – 6 PM | Oct. 7: 9 AM- Noon (Practice Test)
Registration
To register for the HSPT Prep course, please click HERE to create an MyMND Account.
Contact
Mrs. Jennifer Gallo, Data Analyst | jgallo@mndhs.org| 513.821.3044 ext. 142
The following camps are being offered at Moeller High School.
Registration for these camps can be found at www.moellercamps.org.
Color Guard Camp
Camp Details
June 12 – 16 2023 | 9 – 11:30 AM
Cost: $110
Limit 20 Campers
Enroll in Color Guard Camp and Summer Music Experience for a reduced price of $185
Description
This co-ed camp gives participants in Grades 5-8 a look into what it takes to be a member of the Moeller Color Guard and the Moeller Winter Guard with a special focus on dance, flag work, and body movement. Working alongside staff and members of the Moeller/MND Band, campers will work with the traditional equipment of color guard – flags, rifles, and sabers. Never done guard before? No problem! Try something different! The week will culminate with a performance open to families on Friday morning.
Campers who register for both Color Guard and Summer Music Experience are permitted to remain at Moeller for lunch under the guidance of camp counselors and will be escorted from Color Guard Camp to lunch to Summer Music Experience Camp. Campers must bring their own lunch.
Contact
Mr. Paul Kindt |MND’s Director of Instrumental Music | pkindt@mndhs.org
Summer Music Experience Camp
Camp Details
June 12 – 16, 2023 |12:30 – 3:00 PM
Cost: $110
Limit 30 Campers
Enroll in Color Guard Camp and Summer Music Experience for a reduced price of $185
Description
This camp is open to boys and girls who have at least one year of band or private music lesson experience. Woodwind, brass, string, piano and percussion player are all welcome! Working alongside staff and members of the Moeller/MND Band, campers will prepare musical selections (both current and traditional) while learning techniques that will push them to become better musicians. Participants will work as a team, practice like professionals and use state-of-the-art technology. The week will culminate with a performance open to families on Friday afternoon.
Campers who register for both Color Guard and Summer Music Experience are permitted to remain at Moeller for lunch under the guidance of camp counselors and will be escorted from Color Guard Camp to lunch to Summer Music Experience Camp. Campers must bring their own lunch.
Contact
Mr. Paul Kindt |MND’s Director of Instrumental Music | pkindt@mndhs.org
Camp Details
CAMP 21: June 5-9, 2023 | 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Cost: $135
Description
Do you love reading or writing? Would you like a new way to be creative this summer? This creative writing camp will be a week of exploring fun writing activities and storytelling techniques. We will explore poetry, create exciting characters, and develop our own short stories! This will be a fun and welcoming environment for young writers of all skill levels. This camp is open to girls entering grades 6-8.
Contact
Ms. Molly Rauch, MND Librarian | mrauch@mndhs.org
Camp Details
CAMP 15 & 16: Aug 9, 2023 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (morning session) and Noon – 2:00 PM (afternoon session)
Cost: $75
Description
Get one on one help with your college essay! Taught by Ms. Emily Neubauer, a licensed English teacher and current MND counselor with the goal of individualized attention and practical instruction, this 2-hour session is designed for seniors to brainstorm, create, and evaluate their college essay prior to the start of the school year and application session. Each session is capped at 20 students to ensure personalized support. This camp is open to girls entering their senior year of high school, class of 2024.
Contact
Ms. Emily Neubauer, MND School Counselor | eneubauer@mndhs.org