About
Summer Programs at SEM offers a range of activities including Arts and Crafts, Board Games, Creative Chemistry, Digital Art and Animation, From Trash to Treasure, Girl Unlimited, Jazzed Up Jewelry, Junk Journaling, Lights, Camera, Action, Magic Pen Society, Mythical Beasts, Nailed It, Photoshop Workshop, Ready, Set, DRAW!, SEM Outdoors, Equestrian Camp, Sleepover at SEM, and Foundations of Algebra. LUNCH IS PROVIDED for campers, and families are asked to inform the program of any dietary accommodations needed.
• Ages: 8–15 years old
• Schedule: Regular camp hours are 9AM–4PM with early drop off at 7:45AM and late pick up until 5PM; families can register for one week or more between June 15 and August 7, 2026.
• Price: $515 per week for day camp; $400 for four-day weeks (SEM to Themselves); $275 per week for Equestrian Camp in addition to Equestrian Center fees; $50 extra for early drop off or late pick up; a $150 per child, per week deposit is required and applied to the total camp fee; summer promos include $200 off for 3–5 weeks, $400 off for 6 weeks, and 7 weeks with 1 week free, with promos based on weeks attended and fully refundable weeks (including deposit) through June 12, 2026, and weeks can be modified based on availability.
Founded in 1851, Buffalo Seminary is an independent day and boarding school for girls and has been a leader in girls’ education for 175 years. Summer at SEM day camp is for girls entering grades 4–9, and Foundations of Algebra is available to all girls in Buffalo entering grades 8–11; Foundations of Algebra is supported by the M&T Charitable Foundation. SEM is Western New York’s only non-sectarian school for girls and comprises students from across Western New York, the United States, and the world. Buffalo Seminary is ranked #1 Best Private High School in WNY.
The school’s mission is to prepare a diverse group of young women to be engaged scholars and citizens, proud to shape society rather than be controlled by it, and ready to live and lead with honor, courage, and confidence. The leadership team includes Head of School Blair Parker, Associate Head of School Natalie Stothart, Assistant Head of School Amanda Melsby, Director of Marketing and Communications Misty Harris, Athletics Director Kacie Mills, Alumnae Relations Karen Moden, Director of Finance Denise Merrell, Dean of Students Eva Cunningham, Director of College Counseling Ann Leslie, and Director of Technology Beth Adamczyk.
Testimonials describe close, collaborative relationships between faculty and students and personalized learning experiences rooted in respect for every student’s voice, as shared by Assistant Head of School Dr. Amanda Melsby. A student from the Class of 2026, Leila, describes SEM as a safe place for education and personal growth with a variety of perspectives in the classroom. Science and math teacher Jennifer Goetz-Bixby, Ph.D., notes the energy and joy of collaboration in planning school activities and classroom discussions, and alumna Jessie Fisher ’92 states that faculty, administration, and students supported her in discovering her authentic self and personal definition of success.
Last updated February 9, 2026.
• Ages: 8–15 years old
• Schedule: Regular camp hours are 9AM–4PM with early drop off at 7:45AM and late pick up until 5PM; families can register for one week or more between June 15 and August 7, 2026.
• Price: $515 per week for day camp; $400 for four-day weeks (SEM to Themselves); $275 per week for Equestrian Camp in addition to Equestrian Center fees; $50 extra for early drop off or late pick up; a $150 per child, per week deposit is required and applied to the total camp fee; summer promos include $200 off for 3–5 weeks, $400 off for 6 weeks, and 7 weeks with 1 week free, with promos based on weeks attended and fully refundable weeks (including deposit) through June 12, 2026, and weeks can be modified based on availability.
Founded in 1851, Buffalo Seminary is an independent day and boarding school for girls and has been a leader in girls’ education for 175 years. Summer at SEM day camp is for girls entering grades 4–9, and Foundations of Algebra is available to all girls in Buffalo entering grades 8–11; Foundations of Algebra is supported by the M&T Charitable Foundation. SEM is Western New York’s only non-sectarian school for girls and comprises students from across Western New York, the United States, and the world. Buffalo Seminary is ranked #1 Best Private High School in WNY.
The school’s mission is to prepare a diverse group of young women to be engaged scholars and citizens, proud to shape society rather than be controlled by it, and ready to live and lead with honor, courage, and confidence. The leadership team includes Head of School Blair Parker, Associate Head of School Natalie Stothart, Assistant Head of School Amanda Melsby, Director of Marketing and Communications Misty Harris, Athletics Director Kacie Mills, Alumnae Relations Karen Moden, Director of Finance Denise Merrell, Dean of Students Eva Cunningham, Director of College Counseling Ann Leslie, and Director of Technology Beth Adamczyk.
Testimonials describe close, collaborative relationships between faculty and students and personalized learning experiences rooted in respect for every student’s voice, as shared by Assistant Head of School Dr. Amanda Melsby. A student from the Class of 2026, Leila, describes SEM as a safe place for education and personal growth with a variety of perspectives in the classroom. Science and math teacher Jennifer Goetz-Bixby, Ph.D., notes the energy and joy of collaboration in planning school activities and classroom discussions, and alumna Jessie Fisher ’92 states that faculty, administration, and students supported her in discovering her authentic self and personal definition of success.
Last updated February 9, 2026.
Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.