Junior Academies

A joyful, confidence‑building start for our youngest learners!Kickstart Academy is designed exclusively for rising Kindergarteners, blending playful exploration with a warm, structured routine that helps children feel secure, successful, and excited to learn. Guided by early‑childhood specialists, campers enjoy hands‑on experiences that support the social, emotional, and academic readiness skills essential for a strong start to school.

NOTE: Kickstart runs as a two‑week program, creating the consistency young children need to build relationships, settle into routines, and fully participate in deeper learning experiences. This model reflects best practices in early‑childhood education and ensures the kind of stability that helps children thrive. All Kickstart students must be fully independent in the bathroom (potty-trained).

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DAILY HOURS: 9 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.

KICKSTART ACADEMY DATES & RATES:

SESSION 1
June 29 - July 10*, $840   
Theme: "My Community My World"

*No programming on July 3

SESSION 2
July 13 - July 24, $930
Theme: "Little Explorers"

SESSION 3
July 27 - August 7, $930
Theme: "Imagine, Create, Build!"

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BEFORE AND AFTER HOURS PROGRAMS

WHAT CHILDREN EXPERIENCE IN KICKSTART ACADEMY

• Daily rotations in art, STEAM, early literacy, math, music, and movement

• Purposeful play through centers, sensory activities, and hands‑on projects

• Outdoor recreation, story time, collaborative games, and calm transitions
• Thoughtfully paced experiences tailored to ages 4–6

WHY KICKSTART ACADEMY WORKS BEST AT A TWO-WEEK PROGRAM

This structure is intentionally designed to support young learners. Consistent teachers, classmates, and routines help young children feel safe and confident. Longer arcs allow teachers to guide meaningful projects, track progress, and support individual needs. Stable cohorts also create a calmer, more predictable environment—essential for social development, emotional regulation, and positive behavior. This is the model high‑quality early‑learning programs use because it works.

WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE KICKSTART ACADEMY

• A structured and fun environment created specifically for rising kindergarteners

• Teachers with deep expertise in early‑childhood development

• Thoughtful pacing that allows children to settle, participate, and grow
• High-quality materials and engaging, hands‑on experiences
• Consistent routines that build confidence and reduce anxiety
• Strong social and academic readiness skills developed across two weeks
• A nurturing community where children feel known, supported, and excited
   

Hands-on learning, growing independence, and joyful discovery!Discovery Academy is created for rising first and second graders who learn best through movement, curiosity, creativity, and exploration. Each day brings a balanced blend of Arts, STEM, Sports & Movement, Academics (reading, writing, math), and Culture & Global Studies - all planned specifically for children ages 6-8.

NOTE: This program runs as a two‑week cohort, giving students time to settle in, form friendships, and dive into more meaningful project‑based work. Continuity is essential at this age, supporting deeper learning, stronger relationships, and a calm, predictable environment where children can do their best work.

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DAILY HOURS: 9 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.

DISCOVERY ACADEMY DATES & RATES:

SESSION 1
June 29 - July 10*, $840   
Theme: "Community Connections: Helping, Leading, Belonging"

*No programming on July 3

SESSION 2
July 13 - July 24, $930
Theme: "World Explorers and Young Investigators"

SESSION 3
July 27 - August 7, $930
Theme: "Inventors, Designers, Creators"

More information on Weekly Themes

DISCOVERY ACADEMY SESSION SCHEDULE

WHAT CHILDREN EXPERIENCE IN DISCOVERY ACADEMY:

• Daily specialty sessions (Arts, STEM, Sports & Movement, Academics, Culture)

• Engaging hands‑on activities such as building challenges, writing workshops, and science lab

• Outdoor play, cooperative games, and opportunities to build social skills

• Purposeful routines that support independence and confidence

WHY DISCOVERY ACADEMY WORKS BEST AT A TWO-WEEK PROGRAM

Children in Grades 1-2 are still developing self‑regulation, social awareness, and academic skills. Two‑week cohorts provide the continuity needed for deeper projects, real progress, and strong relationships with teachers and peers. This structure also improves behavioral challenges, allows for better instructional planning, and creates a polished, elevated experience that one‑week camps cannot match.

WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE DISCOVERY ACADEMY

• A balanced and engaging program crafted specifically for ages 5–8

• Specialist‑led instruction across arts, STEM, literacy, movement, and culture

• A calm, predictable structure that supports learning and behavior

• Deeper projects and skill development supported by two‑week continuity

• Teachers who truly get to know each child and help them grow

• Meaningful experiences and friendships

• A fun, energetic environment where children gain confidence and independence

Bold ideas, exciting challenges, and a new adventure every week!Explorers Academy serves our oldest junior campers and offers an exciting experience made for rising third and fourth graders. Campers rotate through five engaging specialties each day in the Arts, STEM, Sports & Movement, Academics, and Culture & Global Studies—designed to challenge upper‑elementary learners while keeping the day dynamic and fun.

Explorers operates with weekly enrollment, and each week features a fresh rotation of specialties. This structure gives students the variety they crave, the independence appropriate for their age, and the chance to try something new every time they attend.

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DAILY HOURS: 9 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.

BEFORE AND AFTER HOURS PROGRAMS

EXPLORERS ACADEMY DATES & RATES:

• Session 1 - June 29 - July 2*, $400        

• Session 2 - July 6 - July 10, $475

• Session 3 - July 13 - July 17, $475

• Session 4 - July 20 - July 24, $475

• Session 5 - July 27 - July 31, $475

• Session 6 - August 3 - August 7, $475  

*No programming on July 3 

WHAT CHILDREN EXPERIENCE IN EXPLORERS ACADEMY:

• Daily 60‑minute specialty sessions led by skilled teachers and specialists

• Weekly rotations in STEM, visual and performing arts, writing workshops, team challenges, and cultural explorations

• Outdoor recreation, social time, and purposeful “down” time

• Opportunities for leadership, collaboration, and problem‑solving

WHY EXPLORERS ACADEMY IS A WEEKLY PROGRAM

By Grades 3–4, students are developmentally ready for more independence and faster‑paced rotations. Their attention spans are longer, their skills are stronger, and they thrive with new experiences and challenges. Weekly enrollment offers variety, excitement, and choice within a structured schedule planned by expert educators. It is intentionally different from K–2. It is designed to meet the needs of upper‑elementary learners and prepare them for the autonomy of Adventure Academy in Grades 5–8.

WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE DISCOVERY ACADEMY

• A high-energy, project‑based program designed specifically for Grades 3–4

• Weekly variety with new themes, specialties, and challenge

• Specialists with advanced skills in arts, STEM, literacy, athletics, and cultural studies

• A fun, motivating environment where students feel confident and capable

• High-quality materials, engaging projects, and meaningful learning experiences