Do you want to attend camp at Stoneleigh-Burnham School?!  Well, here is your chance!  Take your pick between these three fantastic programs:

A Voice of Her Own – A Public Speaking and Debate Experience July 13 – 17, 2009

This residential program is designed to honor girls’ voices, intellects, and passion for learning.  SBS has a long and illustrious history in debate and public speaking and is recognized as one of the strongest programs in New England, competing locally, nationally, and internationally. 

A Voice of Her Own is structured for a wide range of girls, from those who want to gain confidence in speaking publicly to those who wish to improve and implement oratorical, research and critical thinking skills.  Many women in public life ascribe their success in part to their early training in debate and public speaking.  While some girls will use the skills hones in this session for secondary school competitions, all will acquire lifetime skills in public speaking and debate.

Debate not your thing?  Try the Sorvino Dance Intensive! July 5-11, 2009

Founded in 1997, The Sorvino Dance Intensive is designed to give dancers training with professional instructors in an intimate setting with a maximum of twenty-four students.  Dancers come to SBS to refine technique and prepare performance pieces.  All dancers get a broad understanding of various styles while experiencing Western New England’s rich dance offerings. 

The Intensive features a full day of dance with breaks for meals and an afternoon swim.  Dancers take two technique classes in ballet, jazz, and modern dance, two repertoire sessions, and Pilates daily.  In the evenings, dancers enjoy activities either as a group or with other SBS Summer Programs.  On Friday afternoon, dancers attend the International Dance Festival at Jacob’s Pillow in Lee, MA for a workshop classes, a presentation on the Inside/Out state, and a performance on the main stage.  Dancers also participate in a culminating performance at the end of the session that parents are encouraged to attend.

Do you prefer to get your exercise in the field?  The Paul Bassett Softball Academy is for you! July 26 – 30, 2009

The Paul Bassett Softball Academy presents an opportunity for girls ages 12 – 16 to improve their skills as hitters, fielders, and pitchers.  Experienced coaches offer instruction during three daily sessions, Sunday through Thursday.  With a player to coach ration of 6:1, instruction stresses fundamentals and techniques to augment players’ skills. 

The Paul Bassett Softball Academy is a residential summer program limited to fifty players. 

Program Highlights:

• Girls play a competitive schedule of night games.


• Girls are exposed to quality high school and collegiate coaches.


• Hitting, bunting, fielding, and base running skills are addressed as well as the psychological aspects of the game.


• Pitchers may enroll in the “windmill” pitching program at no extra cost.


• Two complete softball diamonds are available at all times


• Weight room, swimming pool, and tennis courts are available.


• Academy t-shirts are provided.


• The session wraps up on Thursday evening with a family Bar-B-Que followed by the final games.