Camp Brandeis

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• WHAT HAPPENS ON A TYPICAL DAY AT CAMP?

  Camp Brandeis offers a fun, engaging and activity-packed camp experience. Each day students rotate through visual or performing arts, STEM, and sports/movement activities. Each two-week camp has a unique theme that serves as our roadmap for learning, and exploration. We believe in getting out and exploring as well! We take a weekly field trip via private bus to fun destinations all over the bay area. and end each week with a joyful celebration and send-off featuring, for example, a visiting performance or workshop, bouncy houses, foam parties, sweet treats, and music!
  
  

  Register Here!

• WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

  Camp Brandeis is open to the public for rising K-5th grade students and is a secular camp. You do not need to be affiliated with The Brandeis School of San Francisco! However, rising kindergarten students must have prior experience attending a full-day program such as preschool or daycare.
  
  

  To Register Click Here and Click on New Sign-Up!

• WHERE IS CAMP?

  Camp Brandeis takes place on our beautiful two-acre campus near Lake Merced (when we are not on our field trips). Campers have access to our Maker Space (The D.E.N.), a beautiful gymnasium with basketball hoops, playgrounds, the library, and our art and music rooms.

• THE CAMP BRANDEIS TEAM

  Mirza Kopelman - Camp Director           

  Mirza brings over 20 years of experience in K-8 education to his role at Brandeis. This is his second year leading Camp Brandeis. He was previously the Afterschool and Summer Camp Director at Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley, a preschool - 8th grade independent school in the East Bay, where he was responsible for  developing vibrant, engaging, and child-centered programs throughout the school year and summer. He takes a holistic approach to working with students, recognizing the importance of social, emotional, and spiritual learning. An accomplished musician and avid record collector, Mirza is also a father of four and a longtime Bay Area resident.
  
  

  Giovanna Palma - Camp Coordinator/Art Teacher

  

  Giovanna is the art teacher and Camp Coordinator for Brandeis Summer Camp. She has a degree in English Education and is currently pursuing a teaching credential in secondary education at San Francisco State University. Giovanna has a passion for working with kids and believes that there is much to learn from them. In her free time you can find Giovanna trying out new recipes, listening to music, or playing with her dogs.

   

  Remie Ritz - Camp Counselor

  

  Remie Ritz is a 17 year old 11th grader at Drew School, heading into 12th. She loves nature and cars, and hanging out with her friends. In her free time, you can catch her with her camera, taking photographs of anything that catches her eye, or walking around the city with her friends. This is her 2nd year as a full time counselor, and she can't wait to meet you all this year!

   

  Jess Sanders - Camp Counselor

  Jess Sanders is a graduating senior at Ruth Asawa School of the Arts in San Francisco with several years of experience working with children as a camp counselor, babysitter, and art teacher. 

  She plans to attend the University of Denver to study psychology after a gap year of travel, volunteering, and work. In her free time, Jess enjoys art, reading, and playing sports.

  
  

  Ariel Rodriguez - STEM Teacher

  Ariel Rodriguez has been a resident teacher in 4th grade at SF Brandeis. She holds a BA in Sociology and a BA in Spanish Language and Literature from UC Berkeley. Over the last 10 years, Ariel has worked with students in elementary school, middle school and high school across a multitude of academic subjects, test preparation, and both high school and college counseling. She is currently pursuing a Master's in Education. Ariel loves reading sci-fi books, baking and hiking in her free time.

  
  

  Manu Rapaport - Camp Counselor

  Manu Rapaport is a rising second-year at the University of Chicago majoring in sociology and comparative literature with a minor in Middle Eastern studies. He is a San Francisco native and proud graduate of the Brandeis School of San Francisco. He loves being outside, especially hiking, camping, running, swimming, and biking. In addition, he spends his free time riding trains, drinking coffee, making crossword puzzles, and going to blues concerts. He is excited to return for his third year as a counselor at Camp Brandeis!

  
  

  Marissa Espinoza - Camp Counselor

  Marissa is a recent graduate of the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). She hopes to become a teacher and is passionate about helping children learn, grow, and build confidence. Marissa has experience working with kids as a substitute teacher, paraprofessional, and tutor at Kumon, where she supported students in their academic growth and development. She loves creating meaningful connections with the children she works with. In her free time, she enjoys crocheting, spending time with her friends and family, and caring for her pets. She is excited to bring her positive energy and enthusiasm to camp this summer.

  
  

  Kenny Lasser - Camp Counselor

  Kenny Lasser attended Brandeis for elementary and middle school and graduated from The Urban School this year. He is passionate about Lacrosse and Basketball, playing guitar, and exploring the city. He has been a camp counselor, basketball coach, and assistant teacher, and is excited to continue his work with kids this summer.

• CAMP THEMES FOR 2026!!!

  Session 1: (June 15 - June 26)

   

  🪨✨Cave Explorers Quest ✨🪨

  Adventures Beneath the Surface 

  
  Grab your headlamps and get ready to shimmy, crawl, and discover because our campers are heading deep into the wonders of the underground world! 

  
  Join us for a thrilling underground-themed session where K–4 campers become brave young spelunkers! Campers will bring the theme to life through creative art projects like glow-in-the-dark cave murals and fossil rubbings, and hands-on STEM activities exploring crystals, erosion, and building mini cave systems.

  
  Our culminating experience will be a visit from CaveSim who will bring a giant mobile cave in a truck trailer to campus for kids to explore along with many fun and interactive educational activities. Kids will crawl, navigate, wiggle and slide through 60+ feet of cave. 

  
  Our adventures continue with exciting field trips to Tilden Park & Little Farm and Oakland Zoo, and Circus Bella (TBC)!

  
  A perfect mix of exploration, creativity, and high-energy fun! Your camper will be glowing like a bioluminescent cavern when they get home each night!

   

  Session 2: (June  29 to July 10) 
  
  

  🦸‍♂️🔬 Superhero Scientists 🔬🦸‍♀️
  Where Curiosity Turns Into Superpowers!

  
  In this action-packed session, K–4 campers become mighty Superhero Scientists, unlocking their powers through hands-on experiments and discoveries! Kids will create fizzy chemical reactions, build simple gadgets, test their “super senses,” and explore nature’s animal and plant superpowers. Campers will create their own capes and costumes and get a chance to immerse themselves in the world of superhero imagination and play. 

  
  Our heroes will also head into the field with two amazing trips:
  🌊 Marine Science Institute — studying Bay biology right on the beach in Redwood City (TBC)
  🦖 Lawrence Hall of Science or Bay Area Discovery Museums exploring exhibits and watching an epic 3D dinosaur movie (TBC)

  
  Back at camp, the fun continues with super-powered activities, including a weather-permitting Foam Party, Bouncy Houses every Friday, and a thrilling Wheel Day where campers bring their bikes, scooters, skates, or skateboards.

  
  Science, adventure, and superhero fun collide in this unforgettable session!
  
  
  

  Session 3: (July 13 - July 24)
  
  

  🦕🌊 Jurassic Sea Quest 🌊🦖
  Dive Into Prehistoric Ocean Adventures!

  
  In this splash-filled session, K–4 campers become time-traveling ocean explorers, discovering the wonders of ancient seas! Through hands-on STEM investigations, they’ll explore how prehistoric ocean life worked, experiment with water and motion, and make exciting scientific discoveries. In the art studio, campers will create ocean-themed projects inspired by fossils, ancient sea creatures, and the mysterious depths of the Jurassic ocean.

  
  Our big adventures take place at Crown Beach in Alameda—twice! With its warm, shallow waters, gentle waves, and abundant seabirds, it’s the perfect setting for exploration. Campers will enjoy safe, waist-deep swimming along with plenty of beach play and marine discovery.

  
  The fun continues back at camp with foam parties, plus a water-based bouncy house and slide to keep the prehistoric vibes splashing all session long.
  
  A perfect mix of science, creativity, and ocean-sized fun. Let the quest begin!
  
  
  *While we do not anticipate any changes to our programming, please be advised that all specialized activities and field trips are subject to change.

• CAMP BRANDEIS COST

  REGISTER HERE

  
  
  

  Standard Registration - Register between Feb. 1 and May 1 - $1250 per session (two weeks of camp)

  Late Registration - Register after May 1 - $1350 per session (two weeks of camp)
  
  *Please note that Homeroom charges a 3% processing fee so the price will be reflective of this at checkout. 

   

  New Referral Discounts Available! 

   

  Receive $200 off for your registration cost if you refer Camp Brandeis to friends or family and they end up registering for one or more sessions. Limit $200 per referral. 

   

  Payment Options: Full Payment at time of registration, or split payment with half at time of registration and the remainder on March 1st, 2026. 

   

  Please note that we can not accommodate requests to split sessions as we do not offer one week sessions. Our camps are designed in two week increments so that we can offer the best experience and consistency for our campers.

• IS THERE AFTERCARE?

  Brandeis offers aftercare from 3:15 pm to 5:00 pm everyday. Students will eat an afternoon snack and then will spend the afternoon having a blast with other campers. Aftercare is a great time to let loose and enjoy lots of free-play options, games, arts and crafts, and a few organized activities as well. 

   

  Aftercare Package: $350 per two-week session

• FINANCIAL AID

  Financial Aid is available for Brandeis students who received 25% or more tuition remission during the 25/26 school year. Students who qualify will receive $200 off per session and $100 off per session for Aftercare. Please contact summerfun@sfbrandeis.org if you believe you qualify for Financial Aid, and we will provide you with a coupon code to receive your discount. We do not offer a sibling discount.

• REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS

  All registrations canceled before May 1st are fully refundable minus a $75 cancellation fee. Registrations canceled after May 1st are non-refundable.

• REGISTRATION

  Registration instructions:

  • Click here to register starting on 1/12/26

  • Log into your Homeroom account or create a new one if you don’t have one

  • Use the search bar to find “The Brandeis School of San Francisco”

  • Go to the Camp tab near the top of the page

  • Select your camps!

• WHAT IF I AM NOT A CURRENT BRANDEIS PARENT, CAN MY STUDENT STILL ENROLL?

  Yes, non-Brandeis students may attend the camp. 

  
  Click here to register and click on New Sign-Up!

• CAMP BRANDEIS IS LIT! LEADER-IN-TRAINING PROGRAM FOR TWEENS AND TEENS

  Develop your leadership skills in a supportive and engaging environment!

   

  In addition to our summer camp, Camp Brandeis offers a Leader-In-Training Program (LIT) with priority registration for Brandeis students and alumni. Our LIT program allows graduating middle schoolers and early-stage high schoolers the opportunity to gain valuable work experience while learning important leadership and life skills. 

   

  Everyday, LITs will put their creativity, collaborative, and initiative skills to use,  participating in fun engaging activities that emphasize mindful leadership, while also assisting camp teachers and camp counselors in their activities. They will also be trained in CPR and First Aid. 

   

  Cost: $549 per two week session 

   

  Who should register for the Counselor-in-Training program?

   

  This program is for you if:

  • You will be entering grades 8th-11th in Fall 2026

  • You have a sincere desire to work with children

  • You enjoy learning in a hands-on environment.

  • You are ready to be a role model for younger children.

  • You would like to develop and improve your leadership abilities. 

  
  

  Sounds like fun? Great! Limited spots are available, so apply early! 

   

  Registration instructions:

  • Click here to register starting on 1/12/26
  • Log into your Homeroom account or create a new one if you don’t have one
  • Use the search bar to find “The Brandeis School of San Francisco”
  • Go to the Camp tab near the top of the page
  • Select your camps!

• Camp Brandeis Bandz Blast

  In addition to our usual exciting K-5 Camp we will also be offering a two week band camp (Camp Brandeis Bandz Blast) for Brandeis students who are rising 5th to 9th grade from July 13th to July 24th! More info about this special track will be available in the coming weeks.