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Camp Information
"Summer @LSMSA" allows students entering grades 7*, 8, and 9 the opportunity to experience life at LSMSA for one week. Campers choose three courses to take and spend six hours a day learning in a fun, hands-on atmosphere; there are no grades or tests in any courses - just the experiences!
In the evenings, students will have a variety of activities to choose from that are organized and monitored by professional LSMSA residential life staff. Students stay overnight in the residence halls. Campers have the chance to get a feel for the LSMSA experience in a fun and comfortable environment.
For the Summer of 2024, camp sessions were June 2nd - 7th, June 9th - 14th, and June 16th - 21st.
Registration is limited to one week (Session 1, 2, or 3) per camper. *Limited spaces are available for 7th graders for Summer 2024.
Campers can check in and move in to the residence hall on Sunday anytime between 2:00 and 4:00 pm followed by an optional orientation meeting at 4:30 pm for parents to meet staff and ask questions. Move out is Friday between 4:30 - 6:00 pm.
Overnight Camp 7:30 AM - Wake up and go to breakfast 8:45 - 10:30 - Period 1 10:45 - 12:30 - Period 2 12:30 - 1:20 - Lunch is served in the LSMSA Cafeteria. 1:30 - 3:15 - Period 3 3:30 - 5:30 PM - Optional activities around campus and throughout Natchitoches. 5:30 - 6:30 PM - Dinner 6:30 - 8:00 PM - Optional activities for campers on campus and throughout Natchitoches. 9:00 PM - Curfew 10:00 PM - Lights out.
Campers take 3 classes daily for a week. You will be asked to choose 3 classes during online registration. Note that some classes have limited availability. You can see this year's course offerings on the Camp Course Offerings page.
The dining hall will be open each day during the week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Campers will also receive dinner on Sunday evening.
The LSMSA dining hall offers a variety of options including vegetarian and vegan meals. Please list any additional dietary restrictions on the registration form.
Students have the opportunity to request specific roommates and suitemates. If they do not wish to do so, our residential life staff will pair them with other summer campers.
This year's fees are $450 for the week and includes all meals and activities.
JOIN OUR SUMMER TEAM!
Every spring, we are looking for energetic young adults who enjoy working with inquiring young minds. Our Activity Leaders lead fun activities, supervise meal times and bedtimes, and help keep our campers safe and happy. For more information on the role and how to apply, check out the Employment page on our website: LSMSA | Employment
Questions?
Summer @LSMSA Office of Enrollment Services Phone: 318-357-2584 Email: summer@LSMSA.edu
Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts (LSMSA) is the preeminent state-supported residential high school with competitive admissions for Louisiana's high-achieving, highly-motivated sophomores, juniors, and seniors. As a public school, there is no tuition to attend, and assistance from the LSMSA Foundation ensures the program is available to all qualifying students regardless of family financial need.