Introducing El Camino
A Spanish/English Bilingual Summer Camp option conveniently located just south of the Twin Cities Metro.
About
El Camino Camp is a full day bilingual Spanish/English camp opening Summer 2025. Students entering grades 1-6 receive exposure to the language through supplemental academic activities woven throughout their regular camp day. This camp is designed for students of Spanish Immersion programs and for Heritage Spanish speakers.
Location
Morning drop off will be at Immanuel Lutheran Church in the morning and pick up at Spring Lake Township Park in the afternoon.
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Immanuel Lutheran Church
Our day starts at the beautiful Immanuel Lutheran Church overlooking Fish Lake in Prior Lake. Here we will start with opening activities, do a morning rotation including reading time and targeted educational activities, followed by lunch.
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Spring Lake Township Hall
After lunch, we transition down the road to Spring Lake Township Hall to spend the afternoon hours playing games and various activities outside at the park and playground.
Staff
Licensed Teachers
Licensed teachers are staffed to provide instruction and to help guide and supervise activities. Staff are trained in First Aid, CPR and Epi-Pen administration.
Junior Camp Counselors
Older students entering grades 7-12 can participate in camp as well by applying to be Junior Camp Counselors. These students assist the licensed teachers and work with the traditional campers by leading games, crafts and educational activities.
Kate Dunklee Founder and Camp Director
Hello! My name is Kate and I am excited to announce the opening of El Camino Camp for Summer 2025. I have been a Spanish Teacher at Prior Lake High School since 2011. As a teacher of Spanish Immersion students and a parent of one, I have seen how powerful it is first hand. At El Camino we are passionate about bilingual learning and we're excited to help your student continue their language journey while having fun!
Camp Details
Our camp is available during four summer weeks for students entering 1st-6th grade. Each week is a unique experience featuring a different theme. You can attend just one week or all four.
Upcoming Sessions
Registration will open on January 31st, 2025 at 10:00am.
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Week 1
- Dates: July 7th - 11th
- Time: 9am - 3pm
- Price: $325
- Theme: Tengo muchos talentos (I have many talents)
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Week 2
- Dates: July 14th - 18th
- Time: 9am - 3pm
- Price: $325
- Theme: Cuido la naturaleza (I care for nature)
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Week 3
- Dates: July 21st - 25th
- Time: 9am - 3pm
- Price: $325
- Theme: Mis sueños y fantasías (My dreams and imagination)
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Week 4
- Dates: July 28th - 31st (Mon-Thurs)
- Time: 9am - 3pm
- Price: $260
- Theme: Respeto el agua (I appreciate water)
Location Details
Drop off
Immanuel Lutheran Church at Fish Lake
20200 Fairlawn Avenue
Prior Lake, MN 55372
What to Bring
Students will need a morning snack and a lunch. Refrigeration is available but microwaves are not. El Camino is not a nut free operation so students with allergies will need to be responsible to eat only what they pack.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made before Monday, June 2nd will receive a full refund minus a 5% administration fee.
No refunds will be issued for cancellations made on or after Monday, June 2nd due to staffing commitments.