About Archmere

Summer Camps

Art Program

Full Day Program 9am-3pm, Monday - Friday

Archmere Academy is hosting art camps this summer for kids of all skill levels and ages. Get training from the best instructors and mentors in the area. Archmere Academy will offer sessions in ceramics, drawing, acting, and painting/mixed media. Our staff will not only cultivate your skills, but they will also give you a fun-filled experience that will have you wanting to come back again. Discounts will be provided for campers who attend more than one camp. Register before March 1 for an early bird discount. Archmere looks forward to hosting you on campus this summer.

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Painting and Mixed Media | June 30 - July 3

Camper Fee: $325
Camp Director: Hollie Lyko

Dive into a variety of art-making tools and techniques and nurture your creativity to make art beyond pencils on paper. Students will explore 2D and 3D mixed media techniques with collage, fabric, yarn, natural materials, and more. Advance your painting skills and learn techniques in acrylic paint engaging with still-life, interiors, abstraction, portraits, and other subjects. Students will complete several projects over the course of the week. All materials are included in the camp fee.
Singer Songwriter Workshop | July 28-August 1

Camper Fee: $500
Camp Director: Emily Tepe

Open to rising 9th-12th graders as well as college freshmen

-Learn how to write popular music-style songs on your own and with others
-Record an original song - acoustic or fully produced based on skill level
-Workshop culminates in a performance

Suggested equipment - not required
Laptop computer with recording application such as GarageBand or Logic

*Ability to play piano or guitar is helpful yet the instructor plays both and can assist as well
Archmere Film Camp | August 4-7

Want to make a movie? The goal of this week-long program is to show curious filmmakers the basic process of conceiving, planning, shooting, and editing a short film. Participants will learn how to use storyboards and shot sheets, take part as directors, actors, and crew, and use editing software to make their final cut. The week will conclude with a big screen premiere. No experience or hardware required; all footage will be shot on phones and edited with available software.

Meet the Instructors

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Hollie Lyko

Hollie Lyko joined Archmere’s Art Department in 2023 and currently teaches Ceramics, Drawing, and Design. Before arriving at Archmere, Hollie taught middle school art and college-level ceramics. She earned her MFA in Ceramics from Syracuse University and her BFA in Ceramics from the University of Hartford. She has shown her work internationally and is included in the permanent collection of the Fuller Craft Museum in Brockton, MA.
Emily Tepe

Emily Tepe - artist name IVA - is an award-winning vocalist and songwriter. Trained at Princeton, Juilliard, and the Manhattan School of Music, she is also a Fulbright Scholar and signed her original music with Universal Sweden while in Stockholm. Emily has been teaching for over 20 years in New York and Delaware. Her students have been admitted to some of the country’s top training programs including Berkeley School of Music, Cab Calloway School of the Arts, Juilliard, LACM, NYU’s Tisch, The New School, and Northwestern. www.ivavoicestudio.com
Joseph Quinn

Mr. Joseph Quinn made movies with his high school friends to get out of writing papers. In addition to teaching English he is an avid film buff, and devoted part of his MA to film studies. For five years he taught a high school filmmaking course called Cinematics and has been trying to find ways to bring the cine-magic to Archmere.
Samuel Wahl ’24

Samuel Wahl ’24 is currently an advertising major at Syracuse University studying in the Newhouse School of Public Communications. He loves storytelling especially when it comes in the medium of film. In addition to his studies, he is also currently working as the production assistant for GOOD TIMES FILM CO. He wants to give students at Archmere the chance to learn about filmmaking before they leave the nest for college.

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Nicholas Sanna

Assistant Athletic Director; Advancement

302-798-6632 Ext 732

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Sports Camps

Full Day Camp 9am-3pm, Monday - Thursday

Registration Discounts
Applies to Sports Camps Only

Code: 30OFF

$30 discount for signing up for two camps (including sibling registrations!)

Code: 70OFF

$70 discount for signing up for three or more camps (including sibling registrations!)

Archmere Academy is hosting sports camps this summer for kids of all skill levels and ages (kids entering 3rd through 8th grade). Get training from the best coaches in the area. Archmere sports camps will teach the fundamentals in sport-specific areas. Archmere Academy will offer sessions in basketball, baseball, football, lacrosse, running, softball, and volleyball. Our staff will not only cultivate your skills in your sport, but they will also give you a fun-filled experience that will have you wanting to come back again. Discounts will be provided for campers who attend more than one camp. Register before March 1 for an early bird discount. Archmere looks forward to hosting you on campus this summer.

Athletes may sign up for one camp per week. Each camp runs Monday through Thursday. Full-day sessions run from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.

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Football | June 23-26
Camper Fee: $310
Camp Director: John Bellace

Archmere Academy’s Football Camp will focus on the fundamentals necessary to be successful in the game of football, both individually and as a team. This will include:
- Learning techniques from both the offensive and defensive sides of the ball and for multiple football positions
- Fun competition through various activities like one-on-one drills and 7-on-7 games
- Learning how to watch and analyze game films and better understand play design and “chalk talks” for off-field development
- Learning and practicing goal-setting, team-building, and leadership skills through discussions with our athletes and coaches
- Safe and proper strength training and speed/agility work
Players will be divided into groups from 3-5th grade and 6th-8th grade and the programs will be appropriate for age. Younger players will be encouraged to try and learn all positions; Older players can decide whether to focus on one or more positions based on their experience. No experience playing football is necessary - just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to learn! By the end of our camp, we hope each athlete has learned skills to be a better leader, teammate, and player and, most importantly, have FUN playing football!
Volleyball l June 23-26

Camper Fee: $310
Camp Director: Jerry McCarthy

Archmere Academy’s Volleyball camp aims to teach the players fundamental volleyball skills so that the player can be the best volleyball player he/ she can be. The skill sets that will be taught will challenge the camper both physically and mentally. The campers will learn how to pass, serve (standing float or jump float), and the proper hitting footwork and arm swing. As the campers are going through the drills and game situations, they will be asked “What if” questions to help them learn how the game is played and to help the campers develop their Volleyball IQ.
Baseball | July 14-17

Camper Fee: $310
Camp Directors: Nick Sanna ‘98/Joe Singley ‘16/Billy Phillips

Archmere Academy Baseball Camp will focus on the fundamentals of baseball. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or new to the game, the camp will have something for all levels and skill sets. Archmere Baseball Camp will lay the foundation for success on the diamond. The campers will be broken down into groups based on age level. Skills will focus on infield/outfield techniques, hitting, throwing, and baserunning. The focus of camp will be the integration of fundamentals blended with fun-filled games and contests. The goal for each camper will be to come out of the camp with new tools and helpful techniques while having fun in a top-notch environment.
Softball | July 14-17

Camper Fee: $310
Camp Director: Dan Pisani

Archmere Academy Softball Camp will develop all the fundamental skills of softball in a fun and safe environment. They will learn and develop all 5 tools that it takes to be a better player. Each day will focus on hitting, throwing, baserunning, pitching, and catching. Players will be broken up into stations in the morning that will focus on skill development. Afternoons will focus on games, competitions, and contests.
Boys' and Girls' Basketball | July 21-24

Camper Fee: $310
Camp Directors: Dan Pisani and Nick Sanna ‘98

Archmere Academy Basketball Camp is an excellent opportunity to learn and develop in the game of basketball. Archmere Academy has two full-court gyms and a staff that is energetic and ready to meet the needs of players of all levels. Campers will be broken down by age and skill level. The day will be centered around skill sessions, games, and fun competitions. Skill sessions will include ball handling, shooting technique, passing, and offensive moves along with the essentials of defense. Have a great experience while learning the game of basketball the right way.

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Billy Phillips - Baseball

Coach Phillips is currently in his 5th year as a baseball coach at Archmere Academy. Phillips is one of the most decorated high school players in the state of Delaware. As a freshman at St. Mark’s, he won the state championship going 11-0 on the mound en route to 1st Team All-State Honors. Phillips would lead the team to back-to-back titles once again garnering All-State Honors. Despite not playing his senior year due to cancer, Phillips is 2nd all-time in wins in a career by a high school pitcher in the state of Delaware. Billy Phillips would go on to beat cancer and play Division 1 baseball at the University of Maryland.
Coach Phillips has been instrumental in the Archmere baseball program. He also enters his second year as a member of the Archmere Facilities team. He holds a bachelor’s degree in horticulture from the University of Maryland.
Dan Pisani - Basketball and Softball

Dan Pisani has been the head coach of the Archmere softball program since 2014. In 2021, he helped lead the Auks to their first state tournament victory in over 10 years. Before Archmere, Coach Pisani spent 6 years coaching at Appoquinimink High School where he started the softball program and qualified for the state tournament in each of the school’s first two varsity seasons. He is closing in on 100 wins at the varsity level and was twice named Conference Coach of the Year. Coach Pisani is a member of the Archmere faculty where he teaches math.
Jerry McCarthy - Volleyball

Coach McCarthy enters his 4th season at the helm of the Archmere Volleyball Program. Coach believes in teaching each player the fundamental skills that it takes to be a successful volleyball player and start to develop an understanding of the game. Coach leads by example to show his players that with hard work anything can be achieved. Coach’s philosophy is that through team sports, players will build confidence and resilience in themselves.

Coach McCarthy has coached volleyball at all different age levels. He has been a clinician at numerous camps across the tri-state area. He has been a fixture on the travel volleyball circuit. Before Archmere, Coach McCarthy was the head coach at St. Elizabeth High School where in 2017 he was named DVCA Coach of the Year.
Joe Singley '16 - Baseball

Joe Singley was a 2-time All-State catcher for Archmere. Upon graduation, he went on to play at Tulane and Coastal Carolina. Injuries cut his playing career short, but not his passion for the game. In 2021 was recognized for his catching instruction by the Cincinnati Reds where he became a coaching intern. Singley has spent the last two years as a part of Coach David Bell’s (former Phillie) coaching staff with the Cincinnati Reds. He will be part of the Miami Marlins coaching staff for the 2025 baseball season. Joe has become renowned for his work with catchers and players of all levels. After the passing of his father, Joe founded Singley Strong, a foundation that helps families who are struggling with cancer.
John Bellace - Football

John Bellace has been the head varsity football coach for the past six seasons. Coach Bellace has produced football players who have gone on to play NCAA football at the Division I, II, and III levels. During his tenure, the Auks have achieved an overall record of 66-20, six straight state tournament bids (2018-2023), two championship appearances (2020, 2021), and a Class 2A State Championship in 2021. Bellace was named Division II Coach of the Year in 2020 and the Class 2A Coach of the Year in 2021. He also helps coach Archmere's rugby team. Coach Bellace has been a faculty member and coach at Archmere since 2000.
Nick Sanna '98 - Baseball and Basketball

Coach Sanna is a ‘98 graduate of Archmere Academy. At Archmere he starred in football, basketball, and baseball and was named Athlete of the Year. After graduating from Archmere he went on to LaSalle University where he played both football and baseball at the collegiate Division I level.

Sanna is currently in his 6th season as the head baseball coach at his alma mater. He recently just completed his 2nd season as the varsity boys basketball coach at Archmere. Prior to Archmere, Sanna spent 13 years at St. Mark’s serving as varsity boys basketball coach. He was named Delaware High School Basketball Coach of the Year in 2018. Over the years coach Sanna has coached several players that have gone on to play at the college and professional level.

Coach Sanna has been running camps and clinics for 17 years. He is a Co-Founder of Basketball the Right Way. He is the Co-Director of St. Edmond’s Basketball Camp. He is the Founder of Sports Camps at the Academy. He was previously the Baseball Camp Director of Sanford Baseball Camp. In 2016 Sanna was inducted into the Archmere Sports Hall of Fame. He currently works on the Advancement team, is the Assistant Athletic Director, teaches Spanish at Archmere Academy, and holds a Master's Degree from Wilmington University in Leadership.