Community Bulletin Board

• Event: Girls Flag Football Clinic
• Date: May 18th - 20th
• Time: 6p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
• Grades: 5th - 12th
• Cost: $50
• Location: Downingtown East High School
• Registration: Downingtown East Football

• FREE Girls Hockey Clinic organized by Samantha Gomez
• Sponsored jointly through:
  • Eagle Scout Troop 76G
  • Mighty Moose 19U Team
• Girls Hockey Clinic:
  • for girls ages 8-12
  • for girls with less than 3 years experience
  • run by current female youth hockey players
• Dates:
  • May 30, 2026: 
    5:30pm-6:45pm
  • June 6, 2026:
    6:45pm-8:00pm
• Location: Power Play
  701 Haywood Drive
  Exton, PA 19341
• Clinic Highlights:
  • Skating technique & speed
  • Shooting, passing & puck control
  • Competitive drills
  • Fun, on-ice games
• Space limited to 25 each date!
• Registration for Girls Hockey Clinic
• Ms. Gomez for question

• Event: The Campus After School Care & Day Off Camp
• Location: 4533 Lincoln Highway Downingtown 19335
• After Care:
  • School days and early dismissals
  • Afterschool transportation from specific schools
  • Homework help
  • Snack
  • Fun Activities
• Day Off Camp:
  • All-day care during days off from school
  • 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
  • Grades K-8
  • Lots of fun activities
  • Snack
• Details: Jane Ventrella
• Website: The Campus

*Downingtown Area School District does not support or endorse this program, activity or event.

• West Chester Children's Chorus
• Join us! for the 2025-2026 Season!
• Who can join?
  • All singers aged K-12 of any voice type who love to sing and want to add a choir experience to their life!
• What to expect? 
  • No preparation is necessary to audition. A member of the WCCC staff will listen to you sing and guide you through a few vocal warm ups and activities.
• Registration:
  • Singers interested in joining the chorus can complete the audition registration.
  • Walk-in Registration also welcome!
• Questions? Email: Mrs. Eileen Keller, Executive Director
• WC Children's Chorus website

• Event: Afternoon/After School Art at Chrysalis Art Center: Studio-style art experiences
• Days: Tuesdays or Thursdays
• Times: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00p.m.
• Ages: 7–11
• Goal: Exploring techniques in drawing, painting, and sculpture.
• Sign-up to:
  • Attend one or both days weekly.
    • Fees: 6 classes for $230 residents / $250 non-residents
    • Registration: Chrysalis Afterschool Art Registration

• Event: Creative Drawing Club – Evenings with Young Rembrandts
  • Weekly lessons in drawing and coloring
• Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
• Location: 
  • Bradford Heights Elementary School  
  • Uwchlan Hills Elementary School
• All materials included, no experience needed.
• Fees: $100 residents / $120 non-residents
• Registration: Evening Drawing Class Registration

• Event: Communities that Care (CTC) Parent Blog
• Date: Monthly
• Link: CTC Parent 2 Parent Blog
• Website: Communities that Care (CTC)
• Flyer: CTC's Parent to Parent Blog

• Grief Support with A Haven
  • All groups meet two evenings a month at no cost to families.
• Parent Loss Family Group
  • This group is for grieving children who have experienced the death of a parent to attend with their caregivers.
• General Loss Family Group
  • This group is for grieving children who have experienced the death of a loved one to attend with their caregivers.
• Teen Night
  • This group is for middle and high schoolers who have experienced the death of a loved one.
• Young Adult Grief Group
  • This group is for young adults ages 19-25 who have experienced a death of a loved one.
• For more information: Carrie
• A Haven website

• Event: Spark After The Bell
  K-5 
• Location: 70 Senn Drive Chester Springs, PA 19425

 Downingtown East Boys Lacrosse 2026 Summer Camp

Join the Cougars for an unforgettable lacrosse experience this year! The Downingtown East Boys Lacrosse program is excited to offer both a Spring Clinic and a Summer Camp designed to help players in grades 1–8 grow their skills, build confidence, and have a blast competing alongside our high school athletes and coaches.

• Dates: June 8 - 11
• Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
• Location: Downingtown High School East 50 Devon Drive Exton, PA 19341
• Grades: Boys, 1st - 8th
• Cost: $150

Four days of skill development, competition, and Cougar culture!

Spots fill quickly!

REGISTRATION: DE Boys Lacrosse Clinic or Camp Registration: for either the day clinic or the summer camp 

The Experience:

Participants will enjoy:

• Fun games and competitions
• Player & coach-led instruction
• Skill development for all levels (beginner to advanced)
• Confidence building in a positive, high-energy environment
• Prizes and team-based activities
• The opportunity to train with the Cougars

Whether your player is new to the game or looking to sharpen his skills, our clinic & camp provide high-quality instruction in a fun and supportive setting.

Downingtown East Cougars
Girls Lacrosse
2026 Camp

• Dates: June 8th - 11th
• Times: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• Grades: Girls in Grades 1st - 8th
• Location: Downingtown East High School Lower Turf Field
  • Rain date, Friday, June 12
• Cost: $150
• Registration: Downingtown East Girls Lacrosse Summer Camp Registration

Downingtown East Girls Lacrosse is excited to welcome young athletes to our Spring Clinic(s) and Summer Camp. Girls will have the opportunity to learn from current East players and coaches in a fun, supportive environment.

Our focus is on building skills, confidence, teamwork, and a love of the game. Through engaging drills and age appropriate play, athletes of all experience levels can learn, grow, and have fun together.

The clinics and camps are open to girls in Grades 1–8. All proceeds directly support the Downingtown East Girls Lacrosse program, helping fund equipment, coaching, and team experiences.

Downingtown West
Girls Soccer Camp

• Dates: June 8 - 11
• Times: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• Grades: Kdg. - 8th grade 
• Cost: $150/ child and each additional child is $125
  • Venmo or Cash or Check payable on Day 1 of the camp
• Registration: Downingtown West Girls Soccer Camp Registration

Young Whippet Camp is open to all girls in grades K-8 and is a fun way to build skills, confidence, and a love for the game!

West Softball Summer camp

• Dates: June 9th - 11th
• Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm
• Location: West Softball Fields
• Cost: $100/player
• Registration: West Softball Camp Registration
• Camp Schedule:
  • 8:30-9:15am: Check-in
  • 9:30-11am: Session 1 - Instruction
  • 11:15-12pm: Lunch
  • 12-1:45pm: Session 2 - Drills and Games
  • 2pm: Pick up
• June 10-11: afternoon sessions will involve water games!
• Questions: jgermani@dasd.org

D-West girls lacrosse summer camp

• Dates: June 15th- 18th
• Times: 9:00a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• Location: Downingtown West High School Turf Field
• Grades: 1st - 8th as of Fall of 2026
• Cost:
  • $150 per player 
  • $125 second child in family
• Registration: D-West Girls LAX Summer Camp Registration

Cougar Cheer Camp

Hosted by Downingtown East High School Cheer

• Dates: June 15th - 19th
• Times: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• Location: Lionville Middle School
• Cost: $150 for the first camper, $125 for second camper. 
• Registration: Cougar Cheer Camp Registration

Get ready for a fun week of cheer, friends, and skill-building at East Cougar Cheer Camp! Our coaches create a positive space for athletes to learn motions, jumps, chants, and safe stunts while building teamwork and confidence.

Camper information:  IMPORTANT:  CAMPER MUST BRING A LUNCH AND WATER BOTTLE. 

Downingtown Football
BLUE and GOLD
Camp for
Boys & Girls

• Dates: June 15 - June 19, 2026
• Times: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Monday- Thursday
  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Friday
• Grades: 1st - 9th
• Location: Downingtown High School East
• Cost: $150
  • $35 for lunch*  *Paying for lunch is not required can bring own lunch.
• Registration: Downingtown East Football Camp Registration or
  DowningtownEastFootball.com

Downingtown West Basketball camp '26
for boys in grades
3rd through 9th

• Dates: June 22 - 25
  • Half-Day
  • Times: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Grades: 3rd - 9th
  • Cost: $165/player

• Location: Downingtown West High School
  • Take your Basketball skills to the next level!
  • Learn with D-West coaches & players
• Registration: D-West Basketball Camp Registration
• Payment: Venmo: @DowningtownWestBasketball
• Questions: DowningtownWestBasketball@gmail

 Boys & Girls Downingtown West Volleyball Camp

• Dates: June 22 - 25
• Grades:
  • 4-7: 8 a.m.-11 a.m.
  • 8-9: 12 p.m.-3 p.m.
• Location: Wagner Gym 445 Manor Ave
• Registration: West Volleyball Camp Registration

Players will participate in a variety of fun drills, games and competitions throughout the week. Campers will receive instructions from Downingtown coaches and practice with help from varsity athletes. Registration will be open until June 1 or until the maximum participation of 45 participants is reached.

Girls East & West BAsketball Camp

• Dates: June 22 - 25
• Time: 9:30am - 2:00 p.m.
• Location: Downingtown East High School 
• Registration: Girls East & West Basketball Camp Registration 
• Email:
  • @MYOUN@Spring-Ford.net
  • DDomsohn@DASD.org
• Cost: $190

Downingtown Field Hockey Summer Camp

• Dates: July 6th - 8th
• Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12: p.m.
• Grades: Kdg. - 8th grade
• Location: Kottmeyer Stadium at Downingtown West High School
• Cost: $150 = $15 pinny fee or register by 6/21/26 and it is $125 + $15 pinny fee
• Payment:
  • Venmo @Amanda-ONeil-8
  • Check
• Please note: Must register by 6/21/26 to guarantee a pinny
• Registration: Downingtown Field Hockey Registration
• Questions? Contact: DowningtownWestFH@gmail.com

Attention all Field Hockey Fans going into grades K-8th!! (Field players and goalkeepers!!) 
Come out and learn some new field hockey skills and master some basics you may already know! Come learn from Downingtown East and West High School coaches and players this summer!

*Please bring: stick, shin guards, mouth guard, water bottle, and reversible pinny

2026 Big Cat Baseball Camp

Our 31st Year!
Downingtown East High School
(Lionville Campus Devon Drive)

• Dates: July 6th - July 9th
• Grades/Ages: 7-15 years (2nd - 9th grade)
• Location: Downingtown High School East
• Cost: $160 Family Discount: 2 players: $300
• 2026 Big Cat Camp Application Form
• Please mail check/application form to:
  • Big Cat Camp                   
    Downingtown East High School
    50 Devon Drive
    Exton, PA 19341
• Questions? Email: Coach Susi
  • Phone: 484-252-8830

Daily Schedule:

• 9:30   Stretch & Warm-Up toss
• 9:50   Lecture - Defensive Skills
• 10:00  Position Instruction & Drills
• 10:30   Skills Competition (Defensive)
• 11:15     Lunch
• 11:45    Lecture - Offensive Skills
• 12:00   Hitting Instruction & Drills
• 12: 30   Skills Competition (Hitting)
• 1:00     Games
• 2:00    Parents - Pick up

*Certified Athletic Trainer Present

Campers will receive:

• Official BIG CAT T-shirt!
• Major League baseball contest awards by age group
• Please bring a daily bagged lunch and water bottle.

2026 Downingtown East
Summer Soccer Camp

Girls Only

• Dates: July 6 - 10 (Monday - Friday)
• Times: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• Ages: Girls Only ages 8 through 13 years old
• Location: Downingtown East High School Turf Field
  • In case of inclement weather, all players will go indoors at the high school
• Cost: $175 before May 1. $200 after May 1. (Includes Downingtown East Girls Soccer Camp Shirt)
• Registration:
  • Complete DE Girls Soccer registration form and mail to:
    Lionville Middle School c/o Coach Luzak
    550 W. Uwchlan Ave.
    Exton, PA 19341
    *Make checks payable to "DEGS LUZAK"
    NOTE: Be sure to write your child's name in the memo line
  • Send an email to JLuzak@dasd.org
    Write in the subject line:
    "2026 DEGS Soccer Camp Registration"
    an email will be sent with info to register with a Venmo link "DEGS Luzak" to pay.

At camp, groups of 8 to 12 campers will do the DEGS warm-up routine, work on fundamental technical skills with DEGS players, play soccer related games and small sided games under the direction of National A licensed and girls Varsity head coach Jason Luzak.  Players must bring shin guards, a water bottle and ball with their name on it each day.

2026 East Basketball Camp

Coach Brian Grashof & Downingtown East Boys Basketball are excited for Year 6 of summer camp! Join us for fun, coaching, and basketball!

• Dates: July 20 - July 23
• Times: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
• Grades: Boys in grades 1st - 8th 
• Location: Lionville Middle School
• Cost: $190/Camper
• Payment Methods: Venmo: Venmo@DEHSBoysBBall or cash at the door
• Registration: East Basketball Camp Registration
• For more information, contact Brian Grashof: bgrashof@dasd.org

Follow East Basketball on X @DEastHoops or Instagram = deast_hoops

Downingtown East Youth Volleyball Camp

• Dates: Monday, July 20th - Thursday, July 23rd, 2026
• Grades/Times:
  • 7-9 Grades: 9: a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
  • 4-6 Grades: 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
• For: Girls/Boys: Entering 4th through 9th grades
• Location: Downingtown East High School Main Gymnasium
• Cost: $135 per player, $70 for additional siblings (includes t-shirt)
• Registration: Downingtown East Youth Volleyball Camp Registration

Coached by: Downingtown East Head Girls Coach: Caitlin Dankanich, Downingtown East Boys Head Coach: Grant Shieh & Downingtown East High School Girls and Boys Players!

Skills will focus on:

• Serving
• Passing
• Setting
• Hitting
• Defense
• Team competition

*Certified Athletic Trainer on site

Camp is open to any children entering 4-9, regardless of whether they attend Downingtown Area School District.

Downingtown East Soccer
Boys' Prep Camp & Coed Youth Camp

• Dates: July 27th - 30th
• Times: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• Location: Downingtown East Turf Fields
• Cost: $175 per player, includes camp t-shirt
• Registration: DE Soccer Prep Camp and Youth Camp Registration
  • Preseason Prep Camp for Incoming Freshmen:
    • Fitness
    • Tactics
    • Competition & Technical Training with current East team players
  • Coed Youth Camp (Incoming 4th - 8th graders)
    • First Touch
    • Fun Fitness
    • Dribbling
    • Finishing
    • Passing/Combining
    • Attacking
    • Tackling
    • Defending
    • Competing
    • Communicating

The staff brings a variety of experience:

• Downingtown East Coaches
• Former collegiate and professional level players
• Collegiate all American goalkeepers
• Current collegiate players
• Recent Downingtown East soccer graduates

Downingtown West Basketball camp '26
for boys in grades
3rd through 9th

• Dates: July 27 - 30
  • Full Day
  • Times: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Grades: 3rd - 9th 
  • Cost: $185/player
• Location: Downingtown West High School
  • Take your Basketball skills to the next level!
  • Learn with D-West coaches & players
• Registration: D-West Basketball Camp Registration
• Payment: Venmo: @DowningtownWestBasketball
• Questions: DowningtownWestBasketball@gmail

Keystone Chess Academy — Summer Chess Camps

• Dates/Times:
  • Week 1: June 8–11, 2026 (Monday–Thursday), 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
  • Week 2: June 15–18, 2026 (Monday–Thursday), 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
  • Week 3: July 13–17, 2026 (Monday–Friday), 12:30–3:30 PM
  • Week 4: July 20–24, 2026 (Monday–Friday), 12:30–3:30 PM
  • Week 5: July 27–31, 2026 (Monday–Friday), 12:30–3:30 PM
• Locations: 
  • Weeks 1 & 2: University of Valley Forge, 1401 Charlestown Road, Phoenixville, PA 19460
  • Weeks 3,4 & 5: Valotta Studios, 640 Rice Blvd. Suite 101, Exton, PA 19341
• Tuition:
  • UVF (4-Day): $239/week
  • Valotta Studios (5-Day): $269/week
• Registration: Keystone Chess Camp Registration
• Ages: 5–13 - Beginners to Advanced
• Instructor: Dr. David Pustai david@keystonechess.com  484-321-3261

About the Program:
Keystone Chess Academy offers a structured, small-group summer chess camp experience across two premium Chester County locations. Designed and overseen by Dr. David Pustai, Former NJ Junior State Chess Champion, the program groups students by age and experience level to ensure every child is challenged and engaged.

Each session includes focused lessons, guided practice, and independent play. Weeks are kept small to ensure a high-quality experience. UVF morning sessions are hosted in a modern, air-conditioned university classroom — parents are welcome to wait in the building or drop off. Valotta Studios afternoon sessions are hosted at one of Chester County's premier performing arts studios at Eagleview Town Center in Exton.

What Students Will Develop:

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Focus and sustained attention
• Patience and disciplined decision-making
• Confidence and good sportsmanship

All Levels Welcome — Beginner to Advanced:

• Led by experienced, rated chess coaches
• Students grouped by age and experience level
• Structured, engaging instruction tailored to each group
• Balanced mix of teaching, guided play, and independent practice

DARC Summer Camps Are Open for Registration all summer long!

We’re excited to announce that summer camp registration is now open through the Downingtown Area Recreation Consortium (DARC)! Choose from a variety of fun summer experiences:

• Playground Camps: Half-day, weekday camps for kids ages 3–11 with themed weeks full of sports, arts and crafts, games, team building, and special activities.
• Locations: These camps are offered at:
  • Brandywine Wallace ES
  • East Ward ES
  • Pickering Valley ES
• Adventure Summer Camps: Full-day summer adventure camps for elementary and middle school students with activities that change weekly and include field trips, outdoor exploration, and fun challenges.
• Locations: With two drop off locations:
  • All Star Baseball Academy on Boot Rd
  • Upland Farm Park in Chester Springs.

Plus, there are specialty camps in:

• art
• nature
• STEM
• sports
• more — perfect for keeping kids engaged and active all summer long!

Don’t wait — summer camp spots fill quickly and programs may be canceled if minimum enrollment isn’t met.

• Abrakadoodle Afterschool Art Club
• YoungRembrandts Afterschool Drawing Club
• Afterschool YOGA with Miss Rebecca

Thank you for supporting your child’s creativity, growth, and active play!

Sincerely,
The DARC Team
Downingtown Area Recreation Consortium

Chester County Art Association kids art camp

• Dates: June 15 - August 21
• Times: Half day & Full day:
  • 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Before care: 8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
  • After care: 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
• Pre-Camp: June 10, 11, 12
  • Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
• Ages: 5 - 17
• Location: 100 North Bradford Ave West Chester, PA
• Registration: Chester County Arts Summer Camp Registration
• Questions: Email Education@ChesterCountyArts.org
• Arts Offering:
  • Clay
  • Drawing
  • Painting
  • More!

ALM Sports Education & STEAM Ultimate summer camp @ Urban air trampoline park

• Dates: Various starting Monday, June 8 for 10 weeks
• Times: 8am-6pm (M-F)
• Location: 981 E. Lancaster Ave. Downingtown, PA 19335
• Ages: Boys & Girls: 5-14 years old
• Cost: $179/week
  • Accepting CCW through Partner Scholarship Options
• Register: ALMSports Summer Camp Registration 
  • $20 off reg w/discount code: DTown20
• Fun things to do:
  • Trampoline fun
  • Sports
  • Edu
  • STEAM
  • Swimming
  • Movies
  • Field Trips

ymca of the pines 

• Sleepaway camps:
  • Camp Ockanickon for Boys
  • Camp Matollionequay for Girls
• Sleepaway Mini Camps Ages 6-8:
  • Our mini-sessions are a perfect opportunity for younger campers to experience a sample of what sleepaway camp has to offer!
• Sleepaway Main Camp Ages 7-16:
  • 2-week sessions are available at Ockanickon and Matollionequay.
  • Our focus is on character and achievement through individual and collaborative achievement, fun and adventure!
  • Campers make lifelong friends and participate in a wide variety of activities supervised by caring, positive role models.
• Sleepaway Co-Ed Camp Ages 7-16:
  • All the fun of overnight camp in a co-ed environment.
  • Activities are co-ed and cabins are single-gendered.
  • Campers participate in activities designed to build confidence and character, all under the supervision of our exceptional staff.
• Leadership Programs:
  • Counselor in Training Program Age 16
    • Designed to develop character and leadership skills
    • Taking the first steps towards being a great camp counselor with hands-on learning.
  • Groundbreakers: Service Trip
    • Make a powerful difference in the local community by taking on new service projects daily while returning to camp each night for fun activities.
• 1303 Stokes Road Medford NJ 08055
• (609) 654-8225
• YMCA of the PINES for more information

ymca of the pines

• Wilderness Trips: 
  • Trailblazers: Ages 13-15: Hike 27 miles along Pennsylvania’s Old Loggers Path and camp  three nights in scenic forests.
  • Rangers 1 & Rangers 2: Ages 14-16:  A 9-day backcountry adventure backpacking the Appalachian Trail and paddling the Delaware River.
  • Ockanickon: Castaways Canoe & Fishing Trip: Ages 12-13:  Paddle the Delaware River, fish along the way, and camp while learning outdoor living skills.
  • Matollionequay: Great Vibes: Canoeing & Yoga Ages 12-14:  Canoe the Delaware River and enjoy daily yoga for adventure, balance, and mindfulness outdoors. 
  • Ockanickon: Senior Castaways: Canoe & Fishing: Ages 14-16: Paddle the Susquehanna River, fish along the way, and build canoeing and outdoor skills.
  • Matollionequay: Cruising   Chefs: Canoeing & Cooking Ages 14-16: Canoe the Susquehanna River and cook delicious campfire meals while learning outdoor cooking skills.
  • Canoe & Survival – Co-Ed Ages 12-14: Paddle 40 miles on the Susquehanna while learning survival skills like fire-making and shelter building.
• 1303 Stokes Road Medford NJ 08055
• (609) 654-8225
• YMCA of the PINES for more information