Art + Design (Middle School)

Discovering a world of creativity

Dates

Jun 9 – 13

Grades

6th – 8th

(As of Sept. 2025)

Costs

$350

+ $20 registration fee per camper (not per camp)

Ignite your artistic spark at Jr. Art & Design! Calling all 6th-8th graders with a passion for creativity! Get ready for an immersive experience where you not only explore the vibrant world of art but also uncover exciting glimpses into potential future careers.

Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this camp where creativity knows no bounds and your artistic dreams take center stage! Secure your spot now for a week of artistic brilliance and endless inspiration!

Activities

Each day will be filled not only with creative and exciting workshops but also daily fun group challenges called “Art Attack.”
Most importantly, we will be having a daily group devotion time where we dive into answering some real questions about art, beauty and creativity from God’s perspective.
At the end of the week, we’ll showcase the art that you and your fellow campers have created along with a brief awards presentation at 2 p.m. Your family and friends are welcome to attend.
Tour the Art & Design department at BJU Press.

Supply List

Campers should bring a sketchbook, 8G flash drive, Bible, notebook and pencil for daily Bible challenges and devotional sessions.

General Information

Arrival/Departure

When to Arrive

Camp check-in for all campers is on Monday between 8–8:30 a.m. at the Elementary School Building for 2nd–5th, and the Middle School Building for 6th–8th.

Drop-off each day will be from 8–8:30 a.m. at the Elementary school for 2nd–5th, and the Middle school for 6th–8th.

What to do When You Arrive

When you arrive on campus, follow the signs to the Elementary school for 2nd–5th, and the Middle school for 6th–8th for check-in on Monday morning. Camp staff will meet you and give the camp T-shirt as well as share a schedule for the week.

When to Depart

Pick-up each day will be from 4:30–5:00 p.m. at the Elementary school for 2nd–5th, and the Middle school for 6th–8th)

What to Bring

All supplies needed for camp will be provided unless otherwise noted in each specific camp information.

Please note: BJU cannot be responsible for money, valuables or personal articles.

What to Wear

Long athletic shorts, jeans or pants, and T-shirts are the normal camp attire. Tennis shoes are recommended.

Lunch will be served in our dining common in an all-you-can-eat buffet style. Any food concerns (allergies, diet restrictions, etc.) can be noted in the online registration form.

Cell Phone Policy

Cell phones and personal devices are to be dropped off at the check-in desk for safekeeping and they can be picked up when your child is being checked out.

Camp Director

Sandy Mehus

Sandy Mehus teaches art for grades 1–8 at Bob Jones Academy. She is also a freelance illustrator in both digital media and traditional board art. She has illustrated many stories for the BJU Press reading textbooks as well as several children’s and young adult novels.