Non-Sport Activities
Summer 2025
Summer 2026 Non-Sport Activities and Classes
Registration for summer programming will open on April 1, 2026
Orchestra Camp
Come learn fun orchestra music with the Hudsonville orchestra teachers in a relaxed setting! Open to students who will be entering 6th-9th grades and who have played at least 1 year. We will meet these three evenings in the orchestra room at the high school. On the last evening we will show off what we have learned and perform for the families at 7:45 p.m. Rehearse orchestra songs, play games, eat popsicles, laugh, and learn! We welcome our orchestra friends from other school districts too!
Location: HHS Orchestra Room, 5155 32nd Ave., Exterior Door G3
Instructor: Sarah Lenhart, HPS Orchestra Teacher
Grades: 6th - 8th grade
Dates: August 10 - 12
Cost: $85
Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Deadline: August 6
Babysitting Classes
Ages: 9 - 13
In this popular babysitting class, your child will learn everything they need to know about caring for children, keeping them entertained, and ensuring their safety. Each student will receive materials to take home as a reference. It's a fun and informative way to prepare for your child's next babysitting job! A short break will be provided, so please feel free to bring a snack.
Location: HHS, Media Center, 5155 32nd Ave.
Ages: 9 - 13
Cost: $30
Instructor: Jill Brower
Day/Dates: Tuesday, July 28, 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Class Size: 25 students per class
Home Alone Classes
Ages: 9 - 12
To a pre-teen growing and establishing identity, the world can seem chaotic, dangerous, and confusing. This course helps kids become more sure-footed by teaching them to be independent, responsible, and able to care for themselves — valuable skills adults want tweens to know as they mature! Each student will receive materials to take home as a reference. A short break will be provided, so please feel free to bring a snack.
Location: HHS, Media Center, 5155 32nd Ave.
Ages: 9 - 12
Cost: $30
Instructor: Jill Brower
Day/Dates: Tuesday, July 28, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Class Size: 20 students per class
Challenge Island Camps
The world’s #1 STEAM program!
Challenge Island® understands that true STEAM Education does not take place in a vacuum – rather, it should touch every corner of the curriculum. We believe that inspiring kids to be curious and inquisitive, while gearing them with global perspective and 21st Century skills, prepares them to thrive in today’s complex, interconnected world. We are committed to helping students develop a growth mindset and courage to take risks and make mistakes.
Super STEAMio Camp
Inspired by classic video-game adventures, Super STEAMio Camp challenges kids to power up through Mario-style STEAM challenges. Working in teams, campers build, test, and problem-solve through imaginative, hands-on activities that emphasize collaboration, creative thinking, and perseverance—all in a screen-free environment.
Ages: 6 - 11
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Dates: July 27 - 30
Cost: $202 for 4 day camp
Location: HHS Robotics Lab, 5155 32nd. Ave., Exterior Door B5
Pets Palooza
A longtime camper favorite, Pets Palooza Camp invites kids to design and build a world just for pets. Through hands-on, screen-free STEAM challenges, campers work in teams to create playgrounds, homes, vet offices, food trucks, and more. This collaborative camp encourages creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork for every pet-loving child.
Grades: 1st - 6th
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Dates: August 10 - 13
Cost: $202 for 4 day camp
Location: HHS Robotics Lab, 5155 32nd. Ave., Exterior Door B5
Kids Cookie Camp
Grades K - 5th
Are you ready for some YUMMY summer fun? Come and join Ashley Buchinger of Buchinger Baking Co. and learn how to decorate cookies using royal icing! These summer themed cookies are sure to put a smile on your face. Learn the basics of cookie decorating including the tools and techniques required to make beautifully decorating royal icing cookies. Each child will make their own set of themed cookies that they will bring home with them! No experience is needed as I will teach you step by step how to decorate your cookies! Children in grades K-2 must be accompanied by an adult. The cookies each month will be different designs!
Locations: Riley St. MS, 2745 Riley St. (June and August Classes)
Early Childhood Center, 5535 School Ave. (July Class)
Ages: Kindergarten - 8th Grade
Cost: $40 per person
Instructor: Ashley Buchinger, from Buchinger Baking Co.
Choose ONE Date
Day/Date: Thursday, June 11, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 15, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Deadline: One week before date of class
Paint & Create
Dive into a world of color and creativity this summer with our exciting Paint & Create camps! Join us for three weeks of themed artistic exploration, where each week brings a new adventure: Beach Days and Summer Smiles, Ocean Explorers and Magical Seas, and Awesome Animals and Nature’s Helpers. Each day campers will dive into hands-on art using acrylic paints while creating amazing projects on canvas, ceramics, wood, and more.
Every day includes one main guided project, plus mini fun crafts for early finishers. No prior experience is needed – just bring your imagination! Kids are welcome to bring snacks and drinks. We'll provide aprons, but please wear paint-friendly clothes.
Kids will enjoy: Bingo & door prizes, Face painting, Music & high-energy vibes, Sweets & treats, Party favors, ️ Mini crafts to take home, Tons of laughs and creativity!
Instructor Kristal Heibel is a Grand Rapids native and artist passionate about painting & creating. Kristal is the owner of West MI Paint & Create and teaches step-by-step paint parties. She believes nurturing our creative outlets helps us connect with our true nature.
Whether your kiddo joins for one week or all summer long, Paint & Create Art Camp is packed with imagination, confidence-building, and unforgettable summer memories!
Location: HPS Robotics Center - Exterior Door B5
(located in the Hudsonville High School), 5155 32nd Ave.
Ages: 6 - 12
Week 1: June 22 - 25 - Beach Days/Summer Smiles
Week 2: July 20 - 23 - Ocean Explorers/Magical Seas
Week 3: August 3 - 6 - Awesome Animals/Nature’s Helpers
Cost: $144 per week
Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Deadline: One week before the start of camp
Bricks 4 Kidz- LEGO® Engineering Camps
Bricks 4 Kidz® classes build on the universal popularity of LEGO®Bricks to deliver high quality, educational play. Every class is a fun, enriching experience for your child, building new projects using the classic bricks loved by generations of children.
All Bricks 4 Kids Lego classes will take place at the
HPS Robotics Center(located in the Hudsonville High School)
5155 32nd Ave., Exterior Door B5
Mining & Crafting
Experience the world of Minecraft with LEGO® bricks in this fun camp. Steve is jumping for joy as he introduces the newest members of his Minecraft® world. Campers will work in pairs and small groups to bring their virtual designs to life by building new mob figures, mosaics and custom models, incorporating LEGO® Bricks. So, are you ready for the challenge? Each camper gets a Minecraft™ themed mini-figure with accessories to keep.
LEGO® is a registered trademark of the LEGO® Group and Mojang © 2009-2013. "Minecraft" are trademarks of Notch Development AB of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse these programs.
Ages: 5 - 11
Days: Monday through Thursday
Date/Time: August 3 - 6 - 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Cost: $108 for one four-day camp
B4K Crusin’ the Jungle Camp- Junior Engineers!
Come explore the jungle using LEGO® Bricks in our BRAND NEW Cruisin' The Jungle Camp! During this adventure, campers will hop in the Jungle Boat Cruiser and encounter the wonders, dangers, and surprises the wild jungle has to offer! Campers will have to navigate around the chomping crocodiles of the river and make friends with the animals of the jungle like monkeys, elephants, and much more! So pack your adventure bags and treasure maps, and get ready to explore this summer in our Cruisin’ The Jungle Camp! *Participants receive a minifigure with accessories to take home!
Ages: 4 - 8
Days: Monday through Thursday
Date/Time: Choose one four-day camp
June 15 - 18 - 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
July 20 - 23 - 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Cost: $108 for one four-day camp
Game On: Mario Edition!
For kids today, it’s all about the world of online video games and apps! Working in pairs, campers will use LEGO® Bricks to create and build different characters from their favorite video games. Themes such as Super Mario Bros, Roblox, Beyblades, and Pokémon come to life through the use of our robots, mosaics, and 3D art, all made out of LEGO® Bricks. Don’t forget classic Nintendo and SEGA themes such as Zelda, Duck Hunt, Pacman, and Sonic the Hedgehog! Each day will be a new adventure as the virtual and LEGO® worlds combine! *Participants receive a video game-themed prize to keep!
Ages: 5 - 11
Days: Monday through Thursday
Date/Time: July 27 - 30 - 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Cost: $108 for one four-day camp
Galaxy Far Away
Inspired by NASA and Star Wars™, this camp is packed full of models that will make your imagination blast off! Each day, campers will learn about real-life space exploration while enjoying models based on the popular Star Wars™ franchise. We work in pairs using our Project Kit to make moving LEGO Star Wars™ themed models, play group games, complete challenges and more. Come use your imagination and creativity while experiencing an adventure that’s out of this world! *All Campers take home a Star Wars™ themed minifigure to keep!
Ages: 5 - 11
Days: Monday through Thursday
Date/Time: July 27 - 30 - 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Cost: $108 for one four-day camp
Master Challenge Camp
Ready for a thrilling building challenge? Join The Bricks 4 Kidz Master Challenge, inspired by the dynamic LEGO Masters TV show! Ideal for kids aged 5-11, this camp is a playground for budding master builders. Each day brings exciting new challenges, where campers will learn advanced LEGO techniques, collaborate on imaginative projects, and test their creativity. From constructing towering structures to engineering moving creations, it’s a journey of innovation, teamwork, and endless fun. Each camper gets a goodie bag of B4K and LEGO™ themed items to keep!
Ages: 5 - 11
Days: Monday through Thursday
Date/Time: Choose one four-day camp
July 13 - 16 - 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
August 3 - 6 - 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Cost: $108 for one four-day camp
Journey with Sharks
Embark on an underwater adventure with Journey with Sharks at Bricks 4 Kidz, where Shark Week comes to life through LEGO building! Perfect for kids aged 5-11, this camp blends the thrill of shark exploration with the joy of LEGO-building. Aspiring Shark Biologists will work in pairs to construct LEGO models of various sharks, from the mighty Great White to the legendary Megalodon, and learn about their fascinating habitats. Dive into a week of creating motorized sharks, intricate sea life mosaics, and discovering the wonders of the deep blue. Sign up now for a splash of education and a wave of fun!
Ages: 5 - 11
Days: Monday through Thursday
Date: July 13 - 16
Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Cost: $108
Video Game Design
Students will develop a range of coding and problem-solving skills as they create fun Space-themed video games. Game designers will think creatively, reason systematically, and work collaboratively to create various video games. Each Game Design unit includes a mini-model rocket built with LEGO® Bricks that will be the main character of all of the games. Each game progressively teaches more advanced capabilities within the Scratch® video game design software. Students will be excited to play their very own completed video games. Participants receive a flash drive which contains their games.
Ages: 9 - 13
Days: Monday through Thursday
Date: July 20 - 23
Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Cost: $126
REFUND POLICY
A full refund is made for any class canceled by Community Education. We will issue refunds if your request is made at least seven (7) days in advance. Please check your schedule before registering.
Scholarship Opportunity
Hudsonville Community Education aims to provide high-quality enrichment classes, recreational sports, and summer camps for everyone. We are proud to offer scholarships to members of the Hudsonville Public Schools community who are eligible for free or reduced lunch and reside within the boundaries of the Hudsonville Public School District.
- If your child is eligible for free lunches, you can be awarded one $50 scholarship per school year. (Maximum 1 per family)
- If your child is eligible for reduced lunches, you can be awarded one $25 scholarship per school year. (Maximum 1 per family)
There are a limited number of scholarships available. Submit application here
Scholarship contributions will allow us to continue offering scholarships to those who most need them. Make a donation to the Hudsonville Community Education Scholarship fund here. Thank you for your support!
Hudsonville Community Education
Community Education Director
Email: rfabiano@hpseagles.net
Website: hudsonvillepublicschools.org
Location: 3886 Van Buren Street, Hudsonville, MI, USA
Phone: 616-669-1740
Community Education Director