Summer Programs for High School Girls
Camp Mattakeesett Counselor
A long-standing tradition, Camp Mattakeesett is about enjoying each others’ company and challenging ourselves. It celebrates Faith, Friendship, and Fun! This 5-day overnight camp draws girls from around the New England area.
Beginning in tenth grade, girls can apply to serve as counselors and counselors-in-training (CITs) at Camp Mattakeesett in Moultonborough, NH. The counselors care for the campers in their cabins, give daily talks, lead short discussion groups on the virtues incorporated in our Camp Code, and run the fun activities..
Counselor Training sessions are held throughout the school year at Cedar Wood and Arnold Hall in Pembroke, MA.
Stay tuned for the 2022 counselor application!
Questions: email mattakeesett@gmail.com.
Medical Career Seminar
Thinking about becoming a doctor? These intensive, hands-on summer internships are for high school girls interested in pursuing a career in medicine.
Stay tuned for 2022 dates!
Pocasset Prep
Pocasset Prep is fun-filled instructive program for girls entering 9th grade to help prepare each participant to be a positive role model in society. Classes and interactive workshops on fashion, social media, friendship and the social teachings of the Catholic Church are offered. The girls also go bicycling on Martha’s Vineyard, spend time doing service, and enjoy the general beauty of the multi-acre property.
2022 Dates: TBD
Location: Arnold Hall, Pembroke, MA
For more information, click here.
College Prep
College Prep is a 4 full day workshop for girls rising high school juniors, seniors, and college freshmen. The program walks attendees through the application process, helps them perfect their Common App essay, and provides current financial aid tips. It also gives them a chance to hone critical thinking skills in preparation for college life. There are also work sessions on thriving in college and engaging panel discussions with current college students.
2022 dates TBD
Big Ideas Seminar
The Big Ideas Seminar is a multi-day opportunity for high school students to dive into the questions that drive us about human nature and our relationships with others.
Each day we will review articles and videos (philosophical, theological, and popular press) related to the idea of the day and discuss.
2022 dates TBD at Wynnview Farm in Randolph VT
Washington Week (partner program)
Young women who are rising 10-12th graders can take part in one of two one-week long conferences -Domestic or Global Affairs - which features seminars, private meetings and behind the scenes discussions with individuals working in some of our nation’s greatest institutions.
Applications open March 1.