Katie Manaster

8th Summer

My name is Katie and this year will be my 8th summer at Chippewa. I am from Highland Park, IL and am currently a junior at Highland Park High school. Outside of camp, I am involved with HPHS Poms, lacrosse, and SaLT. One thing not a lot of people know about me is I’m actually pretty quiet at home.

This summer at camp, I will be teaching swimming, waterskiing, and sailing. I like teaching these activities because I love to be in Dam Lake with all of my best friends. My favorite camp meal is BBQ and my favorite Cathy’s flavor is Pirate’s Booty. Tan & White is my favorite Evening Program because I love the competitive spirit and how both teams show amazing determination and sportsmanship. I love being a Chippy because Chippewa is a place where you are free to be your authentic self without any jugement. I am most excited for the summer of 2026 because I get to see so many of my best friends that I do not get to see during the winter.