Summer Day Camps at DSC

Each summer, we provide students (ages 4-18) with fun, interactive, content-based learning activities. There will be every month one summer camp on Monday through Friday, 9 am – 2 pm (optional till 4pm). The cost is $250 per student. Registration includes all instructional materials and healthy snacks; however, lunches are not included. Dates and themes are listed below and registration will open on March 1, 2026. Want to be the first to know our plans? Sign up before May 1st to get an Early Bird Discount.

2026 Day Camp Dates and Themes for Children

• June 15-19: German & STEAM (Ages 6-12)  Explore language through the lens of science and the arts! Each day we will take one element of STEAM, and use hands-on activities to expand vocabulary and create a life-long love of language learning.
• July 20-24: Nature & German (Ages 6-12)  We are surrounded by amazing plants and animals in our beautiful Oregon landscape. Children will compare the natural world in Germany and Oregon, and leave with an appreciation of our local beauty, and a desire to explore nature around the world.
• August 10-14: Wet & Wild with German (Ages 6-12)  Rivers and oceans. Lakes and streams. Water is everywhere in Germany. Every day we will look at a different water biome in Germany, and then play games, perform experiments, and create art to reinforce our learning. Come and get wet, play games, and learn German in a fun environment!

5-week Summer Term Courses for all ages

Each summer, we provide students of all ages with a 5 week-term of fun, interactive, and content-based learning activities. There will be 5-week sessions for children, youth and adults between July 27th and August 28. The cost per student is different for each session. Sibling discounts are available. Dates and themes are listed below and registration will open on March 1, 2026. Want to be the first to know our plans? Sign up for our email list!

Children and Youth

• Tuesdays 3-5pm: German Sprouts (Ages 4-7) 
• Wednesdays 3-5pm: German Stars (Ages 8-12) 
• Thursdays 3-5pm: German Teen-Club (Ages 13-18)

Adults (Ages 18+ — Youth 17+ with parent’s permission)

• A1+ Tuesdays 5:30-6:30pm: Reading
• A1+ Tuesdays 6:30-3:30pm: German Conversation
• A2 Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm: Grammar Review
• B1+ Wednesdays 5:00-6:30pm: Explore German Literature by Reading & Discussion
• A1 Thursdays 6:00-7:00pm: Grammar Review  
• A2 Thursdays 6:00-7:30pm: A Quick Trip Through Austria (AY)
• German Baking TBD

Individual Classes and Programs for all levels

• Individual German Lessons weekly 60 min; 10x/term, $400/term (* in-person +$20)
• Individual German Lessons weekly 60 min; 5x/term, $200/term (* in-person +$10)
• Individual Program

Page updated 2/6/2026