Camps & Childcare

Staff that manage the care for your kids have been doing so for a combined 100+ years. We are committed to serving Denton kids.

After school childcare + Kids' Rock

After School Childcare, Grades K-5
After School ChildCare, Grades K-5

For more information, call (940) 349-8730.

Denton Parks and Rec offers affordable after school care with extended hours. Each day of school, students are picked up from school and transported to one of our recreation centers for an array of activities and tutorial time. All drivers are City employees and have completed a training course in defensive driving.

We offer a variety of activities including intramural leagues, arts and crafts, field trips, rock climbing, "Brainy Bowl," bounce houses, skating, and more. Students also have homework or tutorial time and snack time.

Online registration is now available for after school child care.
- Aug. 15-May 21, 2020
- Every school day, 3 to 6:30 p.m.
- Monthly fee, $165
- Parents Manual
Transportation is provided to the following recreation centers from the schools listed below. Students must be picked up by 6:30 p.m. from the corresponding center.

After School Action Sites (ASAS):
- Denia Rec Center: Borman, Hawk, Houston, LA Nelson, McNair, Ryan, Denton Classical
- MLK Jr. Rec Center: Hodge, Lee, Pecan Creek, Rivera, Stephens
- North Lakes Rec Center: Evers, Ginnings, Rayzor, Wilson
Kids' Day Off | DISD In-Service and Holidays
Whether it's a holiday, winter break, or teacher work day, we've got you covered! We jam-pack each day with physical activity, creativity, and play through a variety of fun, enriching activities and field trips.

Kids must be dropped of by 9 a.m. each day and need to pack drinks, snacks, and a lunch. The fee includes all activities, field trips, and transportation. Preregistration is required two days prior to each date to avoid cancellations due to a lack of minimum enrollment. Register online.

Upcoming Dates:
March 16* | April 10 | May 22
- $30 per student, per day at Denton Civic Center
- Field trip fees are included in the fee
- 7 a.m. drop-off and 6 p.m. pick-up
May 16 will be treated as a Spring Break day at Denton Civic Center. Please sign up for Spring Break Camp rather than Kids' Day Off.

Spring Break Camps

All-Day Camps

Unless otherwise noted, campers need to bring a lunch, snacks, and drinks each day. Field trips fees are included. The camp fee includes field trips, themed activities, arts, crafts, and swimming. Nonresidents add $5 per session/week.

Camps are at Denton Civic Center, Denia Rec Center, MLK Jr. Rec Center, and North Lakes Rec Center. Each location has different field trips organized. Please review the online guide for more information.

Click here for online registration.

For any questions, please call (940) 349-7275.

The Denton Civic Center camps will meet at McMath Middle School March 12 and 13. An additional camp day will be offered on March 16 at Denton Civic Center only.
Half-Day Camps

Sports Camps

We're offering many different half-day camps full of fun! Let the kids hone their skills and possibly discover a new talent.

Skateboard Camp, Ages 6+
9 a.m.-noon | Skate Park | $80 per kid
Lessons adapted to individual abilities. Includes a T-shirt.

Jr. Golf Academy, Ages 6-16
March 9-12, 9 a.m.-noon
North Lakes Driving Range | $200 per kid
Taught by the best golf pros in town! Includes a T-shirt.

Skyhawks Volleyball Camp, Ages 6-12
9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | McMath MS | $149 per kid
A fun-filled volleyball camp! Includes a T-Shirt.

Preschools + Preschool Summer Camps

North Lakes Part-Time Preschool

NORTH LAKES PART-TIME PRESCHOOL
Licensed by the Texas Dept. Family and Protective Services. Students will learn, laugh, and grow in a safe, fun, and caring environment. Instructors teach numbers, letters, colors, and shapes through music, arts and crafts, physical education, stories, and occasional field trips. Students must be potty trained and bring their own lunch, snacks, and drinks daily.
Admission requires a deposit equal to one week's tuition. North Lakes Preschool is located in the North Lakes Annex at 1117 Riney Rd. For more information, call (940) 349-8287.

Enrollment is limited to 12 students, ages 3 to 5.

5 days, $380 per month | 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Mon.-Fri.
3 days, $260 per month | 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Mon., Wed., Fri.
2 days, $180 per month | 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Tues., Thurs.
Full-Time Licensed Preschools, ages 3-5

Full-time Preschools
Denton Parks and Rec Preschools are a safe environment that emphasizes hands-on learning, motor skill development, and creativity. We teach literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, arts, and technology using the Mother Goose Time curriculum.

Our students also experience and learn social responsibility fostered through a variety of games, center-based activities, and field trips.We are committed to high standards of care and are therefore licensed by the Texas Dept. Family and Protective Services. We are also a Child Care Management Service program of the Texas Workforce Commission dedicated to help eligible parents with the cost of child care.

Tuition is $460 per month, and admission requires one month tuition at the time of registration. Students must be potty trained and bring their own lunch, snacks, and drinks each day. Enrollment is limited to 12 students.

Denia Preschool
1001 Parvin St., (940) 349-8285

MLK Jr. Preschool
1300 Wilson St., (940) 349-8575
MLK Preschool Handbook (PDF)
Preschool Camp
The all-day summer camp is great for kids in preschool! Licensed by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services and taught using the Mother Goose Time curriculum.

Monday-Friday | 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. | $115/week
Denia Rec Center and MLK Jr. Rec Center

Learn more and register here.

Half Day Summer Camps

Aquatic Explorer Camp

Dive into the splashiest camp of the summer!
Ages 7-14 | 1-4 p.m. | $85/week

Camp is weekly in June and July at the Denton Natatorium. Enriching activities will be planned, with plenty of water fun mixed in. Each week is a new theme, with new adventures to enjoy. Apply online.
Karate, Language, and Fashion

Red Tiger Karate, ages 6-12

A summer ninja camp for all levels. Campers practice with safe ninja weapons like nunchucks while improving coordination and confidence.
June 17-20 | 1-3 p.m. | $60

UNT Language Explorer, grades 6-11

Campers are taught by UNT professors and will learn about constructing new languages while writing in various scripts like Hindi and Chinese.
June 3-7 | 7 a.m.-6 p.m. | $215

Fashionista Camp, ages 8-13

Create, design, sew, and model dream outfits in this camp! Campers will learn about the basics of construction and will work with sewing machines.
July 8-12 | 9 a.m.-noon | $55
July 15-19 | 9 a.m.-noon | $55
Outdoor Specialty Camps

Junior Master Naturalist, ages 6-11

Kids will explore nature, create, craft, hike, and journal with certified Elm Fork Master Naturalists.
June 3-7 | 9 a.m.-noon | $65

Junior Master Gardner, ages 6-11

Kids will explore the world of gardening with certified Denton County Master Gardeners.
July 22-26 | 9 a.m.-noon | $65

Girl Scout Outdoor Adventure, grades 4-8

All girls are welcome in these camps! Girls in 4th and 5th grade will earn Eco Camper and Outdoor Art badges, and girls in 6th through 8th grade will earn Archery and Outdoor Art badges.
June 10-14 | $150

Teen Outdoor Adventure, ages 11-16

The zombie apocalypse is coming! Teens will learn survival skills like archery and fishing while also getting to rock climb, kayak and more.
July 8-12 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | $130

Possum Kingdom Cabin Camping, ages 12-16

Enjoy a traditional camping experience at Camp Grady Spruce! Campers will sleep in cabins and enjoy horseback riding, archery, fishing and more.
July 29-Aug. 1 | all day | $199
Sport Camps

Elementary Tennis Camp, ages 5-10
Middle School Tennis Camp, ages 11-13
High School Tennis Camp, ages 14-18

Tennis camps are great for all levels. Pros will work the campers through needed basics, while introducing more advanced play and playing for points for more advanced players. Schedule and more information found through links above. Match Play camp session available for Middle School and High School ages.

Skyhawks Skateboard Camp, ages 6+

Weekly | 8:30-11:30 a.m. | $75

Skyhawks Multi-Sports Camp, ages 7-12

Weeks alternate between practicing a variety of sports and focusing on just one. Single sport weeks include football and volleyball. No previous experience required.
Weekly | $129

Jr. Golf Academy Camp, ages 7-15

All ages and experiences welcome. Taught by certified pros.
9 a.m.-noon | $200
STEM Camps

Engineering for Kids, ages 6-12

Proud to inspire children to build on their natural curiosity by teaching engineering concepts through hands-on learning. There are six weekly sessions through July and August with themes like Coding and Gaming, Minecraft EDU Medieval, Forensic Investigators, and more!

Camp Invention, ages 5-11

Nationally recognized summer program focused on creativity, innovation, real world problem solving, and the spirit of invention. Camp is led by DISD science teachers.
June 24-28 | 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | $215

Youth Tech Inc., ages 6-17

Dedicated to providing enrichment opportunities for students with a passion to explore the edge of their imagination with cutting edge software. Seven weekly sessions are through June and July and offer different focuses like Video Game Design, iCode, Animation, and more. Different topics are for different age ranges.

All-Day Summer Camps

All-Day Summer Camps

Explore your options!

Unless otherwise noted, campers need to bring a lunch, snacks, and drinks each day. Field trips fees are included. The camp fee includes field trips, themed activities, arts, crafts, and swimming. Nonresidents add $5 per session/week.

All-Day Camp Location Options:

Preschool Camp at Denia Rec or MLK Jr. Rec ($115/week), ages 3-5

Camp Voyage at Denia Rec Center, ages 5-12

Super Kids at North Lakes Rec Center, ages 5-11

Camp Exploration at Civic Center, ages 5-11

Camp Discovery Camp at MLK Jr. Rec Center, ages 5-12

Camp Conquest at North Lakes Rec Center, ages 5-12

Teen Camp at Civic Center, ages 11-15

Counselor in Training at Civic Center, grades 11-12/ages 16-17
Free/Reduced Camp

Free or Reduced camp

For more information, read the application and submit it via the instructions in the document. Click here for the document.

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Engineering for Kids, ages 6-12

ENGINEERING FOR KIDS, AGES 6-12
MLK Jr. Rec Center
$130 per student, per week
Laptops and software will be provided.

Medieval Times with Minecraft
June 26-29; Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m -noon
July 17-20; Monday-Thursday, 1-4 p.m.
$130 per student, per week
Minecraft EDU is an expansive game that lets players design and create unique worlds with amazing structures. One of the more complicated aspects of Minecraft EDU is Redstone, which is Minecraft EDU’s version of electrical circuitry. This class will introduce students to the many uses of Redstone through a Medieval themed adventure of creation, exploration, and castle besieging, with students making mine cart tracks to help them gather resources, working together to build their kingdom, and designing traps to defend their castle, all with the use of Redstone. Laptops and software will be provided. One-time $20 licensing fee.

3D Printing: Super Hero Creations
July 10-13; Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m -noon
$130 per student
Students will take their Super Hero design and learn how to extrude it into a 3D model that can then be modified to be printed in 3D. In our 3D Printing program, students will explore the basic concepts of 3D printing and computer-aided design, or CAD, to bring their most awesome Super Hero creation to life! One-time $20 licensing fee.

Get Wired with Makey Makey Invention Kit Camp
July 17-20; Monday-Thursday, 1-4 p.m.
$130 per student
Makey Makey is an invention kit for the 21st century that turns everyday objects into touchpads and combines them with the internet. In our hardware engineering program, students engineer their own customized video game controllers using a Makey Makey device and materials that can be found in just about any kitchen. Through application of circuitry, acoustical engineering and video game design, students discover new ways to interact with technology, all while creating unique designs in a fun collaborative environment.

MaKey MaKey is an invention kit for the 21st century. Turn everyday objects into touchpads and combine them with the internet. It's a simple Invention Kit for beginners and experts doing art, engineering, and everything in between.

3D Printing: Minecraft Creations
June 19-22; Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m -noon
$130 per student
Students will take their Minecraft design out of the world of Minecraft and learn how to extrude it into a 3D model that can then be modified to be printed in 3D. In our 3D Printing program, students will explore the basic concepts of 3D printing and computer-aided design, or CAD, to bring their most awesome Minecraft creation to life! One-time $20 licensing fee.

Electronic Game Design
July 10-13; Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m -noon
$130 per student
Kids use Clickteam Fusion 2® to create their own video game from start to finish. We will use the engineering design process to create storyboard that will outline the rules of play and characters for our game based on the basic rules of racing. Then, we will use Clickteam Fusion 2.5® to bring our storyboard to like with programming. At the end of the program, everyone takes home a working Windows-compatible game.

LEGO® Robotics Rescue Robots, ages 10-14
June 26-29; Monday-Thursday, 1-4 p.m.
$130 per student
During the Robotics Rescue Robots program, students design and program robots to respond to simulated disaster situations such as moving rubble and retrieving targets using LEGO® MINDSTORMS™ EV3 sets. Robots to the Rescue!

LEGO® WeDo™ Robotics Rescue Robots, ages 5-9
June 26-29; Monday-Thursday, 1-4 p.m.
$130 per student
This class is a perfect mixture of fun and learning, using LEGO® WeDo™ Robots. Students build various wild animals, amazing mechanisms, and soccer-themed gadgets. They also learn how to program and operate their creations using a laptop computer.

Forensic Investigators, ages 6-12
June 19-22; Monday-Thursday, 1-4 p.m.
$130 per student
Kids will embark on a new journey to decipher clues and biological codes, trace evidence, and use forensic techniques to help identify the perpetrator. One-time $30 supply fee.
FastForward Kids, ages 4-12

FASTFORWARD KIDS, AGES 4-7 AND 8-12
Denton Civic Center

Wheels, Wings, and Motorized Things
Ages 4-7
July 31-Aug. 4; Monday-Friday, 9-11 a.m.
Ages 8-12
July 31-Aug. 4; Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
$100 per student
We bring young technicians into a creative engineering enviroment with “Zillions” of hands on pieces this innovative program offers unseen NEW games, projects and activities led by a certified educator. Your child will use and develop their critical thinking skills to construct dinosaurs, rockets, castles, airplanes, forts, cars, and more. Older builders will expand knowledge of math, science and technology in an exploratory hands-on cooperative environment the is age specific.

Ultimate Survival, ages 7-12
July 31-Aug, 4; Monday-Friday, 2-4 p.m.
$100 per student
During survival situations, the four basic needs, become shelter, water, fire, and food. By introducing basic techniques, enlisted kids will learn how to purify water, leave no trace camping, signal for help, wilderness navigation, search for edible food, first aid, set up shelter and even learn Army chants! Wrapped in games and outdoor adventure, unique challenges await!
Play-Well Teknologies, ages 5-12
PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES, AGES 5-13
Denia Rec Center
$179 per student, per week

Using specialized LEGO® Technic pieces such as gears, axles, and electric motors, children work in pairs to construct a variety of Bricks 4 Kidz models, as well as build creations of their own during our free-play periods. Our camps keep the pace fast and the action going with LEGO® Bricks, games and more to ensure kids will have plenty of LEGO® fun! Bricks 4 Kidz staff are screened previous to employment and provide friendly, qualified guidance for your children.

Bat League: Heroes and Villains
June 19-23; 9 a.m.-noon

A Pirate’s Tale
June 19-23, 1-3 p.m.

Cars: Remote Control Mania
July 10-14, ; 9 a.m.-noon

Minion Madness
July 10-14, 1-3 p.m.
All-Day Camp Fees, Registration, and Schedules

CONVENIENT, AFFORDABLE, WELL-MANAGED CAMPS
Unless otherwise noted, campers need to bring a lunch, snacks, and drinks each day. Field trips fees are included. The camp fee includes field trips, themed activities, arts, crafts, and swimming. Nonresidents add $5 per session/week.

All-Day Camp Week 4 Schedules
Little Campers, ages 3½-6
Camp Voyage, ages 5-12
Super Kids, ages 6-12
Camp Exploration, ages 5-11
King’s Kids Camp, ages 5-12
Teen Camp, ages 11-15

Weekly Sessions
7 a.m. drop-off, 6 p.m. pick-up
Week 1, June 5-9
Week 2, June 12-16
Week 3, June 19-23
Week 4, June 26-30
Week 5, July 3-7
Week 6, July 10-14
Week 7, July 17-21
Week 8, July 24-28
Week 9, July 31-Aug 4
Week 10, Aug 7-11

Registration Details
$120 per week; S5 is $105 due to the July 4 holiday.
The first session must be paid in full upon registration. A $10 deposit is required for all other reserved sessions and will be applied to the fee. Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferrable; credits or refunds are not provided for days missed. For sessions paid in full, a one-week notice must be given to receive credit toward another session.

Snacks and Lunch
Regardless of being registered for the free lunch program, kids must bring two snacks a drink each day. The free lunch program is available on non-field trip days, June 12-Aug 11.
All-Day Teen Camp, ages 11-15

ALL-DAY TEEN CAMP
Each day begins at 7 a.m. and ends at 6 p.m. at Denton Civic Center. For camp specific questions, call (940) 349-8731.

Registration Details

Parent Manual
Fees include all activities and field trips. There must be a minimum of 20 campers per week.

The first session must be paid in full upon registration. The $20 deposit (applied to fee) is required for all reserved sessions. Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferrable; credits or refunds are not provided for days missed. For sessions paid in full, a one-week notice must be given to receive credit toward another session. Teens need to bring a sack lunch, a snack, and drinks each day.

To view a complete list of field trips and to register, visit CivicRec.
Teen Adventure Camps, ages 12-16

summer teen ADVENTURES

All supplies are provided; experience is not required. Each camp begins with an introduction to the activity and progresses in difficulty during the week. Taught by ACA assessed and Red Cross Lifeguard certified staff. Each week includes field trips to practice at multiple locations.

All adventures will start and finish at Denia Rec Center. Bring a sack lunch, water bottle, sunscreen, and wear appropriate outdoor clothing including closed-toe shoes. For adventure specific questions, call (940) 349-7784.
Kayaking and Archery
July 24-28, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
$105 per teen

Archery and Rock Climbing
Au. 7-11, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
$105 per teen
All-Day Camp Ages and Locations

LITTLE CAMPERS, AGES 3½-6
Licensed by the Texas Dept. of Family and Protective Services, kids will enjoy a safe, summer camp atmosphere. Themed activities include field trips, swimming, games, crafts, songs, inflatables, dance, story time, and karaoke. Kids must be potty trained. Parents Handbook

McMath Middle School
Week 1 Calling All Campers; Playstreet Museum
Week 2 Safari Madness; Frank Buck Zoo
Week 3 Wet & Wild; FC Spray Ground & The Coop
Week 4 Hawaiian Hullabaloo; Rainforest Cafe/Sea Life
Week 5 Fairy Tale Fun; Chuck E Cheese/Movie
Week 6 Going Green; Sci-Tech Discovery/LE Beard Park
Week 7 Above & Beyond; Planetarium/Braum’s
Week 8 Team Spirit; Main Event
Week 9 Sunshine Fun Time; Cici’s/Safari Run
Week 10 Paradise; Altitude Trampoline Park/Bonkers

CAMP VOYAGE, AGES 5-12
Registration Form | Parents Handbook

Denia Rec Center
Week 1 Kayak Attack
Week 2 Jump Start
Week 3 Angler & Archers
Week 4 Beach Break
Week 5 EnviroKids
Week 6 Sportastic
Week 7 Water World
Week 8 Fuzzy Friends
Week 9 Legopalozza
Week 10 Best of the Best

SUPER KIDS, AGES 6-12
Parents Handbook

McMath Middle School
Week 1 Silly Camp Celebration; Pinstack
Week 2 Up, Up, & Away; Cosmic Jump/Allen Station Park
Week 3 Aloha Summer!; Hawaiian Falls Roanoke
Week 4 Xtreme Sports; Main Event
Week 5 America the Beautiful; The Star/Bahama Bucks
Week 6 Wild, Wild West; Urban Air Trampoline Park
Week 7 Movie Madness; Chuck E. Cheese/Movie
Week 8 The Mighty Jungle; Rain Forest Café/Safari Run
Week 9 Super Hero Adventures; Hawaiian Falls, The Colony
Week 10 Animal Planet; Cici’sPizza/Legoland/Going Bonkers

CAMP EXPLORATION, AGES 5-11
Parents Handbook

Denton Civic Center
Week 1 Blast Off!; Amazing Jakes
Week 2 Splash into Summer; Hawaiian Falls, The Colony
Week 3 Summer Wonderland; Main Event
Week 4 Game-a-Rama; Pinstack
Week 5 Stars and Stripes; NRH20
Week 6 Movie Mania; Studio Movie Grill/Nickelmania
Week 7 Knight and Shining Summer; Medieval Times
Week 8 Extreme Heights; Altitude Trampoline/Braum’s
Week 9 FunFest; Dave & Busters
Week 10 Tropical Paradise; Hawaiian Falls Roanoke

KING’S KIDS CAMP, AGES 5-12
Registration Form | Parents Handbook

MLK Jr. Rec Center
Week 1 All About the Zoo; Dallas Zoo
Week 2 Exploration; Perot Museum
Week 3 Fear Factor; Ripley's Believe it or Not
Week 4 Water Wars; Hawaiian Falls, The Colony
Week 5 Fun & Fitness; Main Event
Week 6 Time Travelers; Dallas Museum of Art
Week 7 Holleywood Week; Movie/Bahama Bucks
Week 8 Space Invaders; Dallas Planetarium
Week 9 Wilderness 101; Fort Worth Zoo
Week 10 Finale of Fun; Sandy Lake Amusement Park
Free Summer Camp Qualifications
FREE Summer Camp allocations

Families are limited to a maximum of two full priced summer camp scholarships.

Super Kids, ages 6-12 @ McMath, 23
Camp Exploration, ages 5-11 @ Denton Civic Center, 15
Kings Kids, ages 5-12 @ MLK Jr. Rec Center, 5
Camp Voyage, ages 5-12 @ Denia Rec Center, 5
Little Campers, ages 3½-6 @ Denton Civic Center, 4
Teen Camp, ages 11-15 @ Denton Civic Center, 4

Summary of Qualifications for Enrollment; No Exceptions
To qualify, your household must fall under one the following income levels. Click here to view income levels.

All households must provide the following documents:
- A birth certificate with original seal for each child
- If legal guardian, legal documentation showing guardianship
- A 2016 completed single or joint tax return with supportive documents (i.e. W-2 or other proof of income) and child must be listed as a dependent on tax return
- Proof of residency in City of Denton (electric bill and driver’s license must match)
- Four (4) most recent check stubs for each person in household for all jobs
- If received, proof of the following types of income from any household member:child support, adoption subsidy, alimony, SSI, Social Security, Veteran’sAdministration benefits, unemployment compensation, worker’s compensation, and any other retirement or disability benefits
- If one the of the parents is residing in another country, current proof of residency of country, 4 current pay stubs, and 2016 tax return if country of residency requires.
Two-parent households, including parents not living in same household, must both meet at least one of the following documented requirements:
- Currently working at least 30-40 hours per week
- Proof of attending an educational program (i.e. paid tuition receipt & class schedule) and registered as a full time student for the entire summer.
Single-parent households must meet at least one of the following documented requirements:
- Currently working at least 30-40 hours per week
- Proof of attending an educational program (i.e. paid tuition receipt & class schedule) and registered as a full time student for the entire summer.
Single-parent households must provide the following documents if pertains to your current situation:
- A birth certificate for the child with original seal that lists you as the only parent
- Documentation that you are divorced or separated and you must have documented proof from the attorney general’s office that you are not receiving child support
- A death certificate if other parent is deceased
- If parent is currently incarcerated, documented proof of the dates of incarceration
Twisted Teens Aerial Intensive, ages 10-17
Aerial classes make great extra-curricular activities! Teens will build strength, flexibility, stamina, and have a blast, regardless of fitness level. We care about safety and take the utmost care in teaching aerial skills.

Our training starts kids low to the ground and as they demonstrate maturity and strength, are allowed to take skills higher into the air, but only when ready. Sessions will end with a friends and family showcase. Register by July 9; July 10-23 add $15.

Monday-Friday, July 24-28, 1-3pm
Denia Rec Center