Grades K-4 Summer Session
Journey to Discovery
Students will extend their school year learning through active, fun, hands-on experiences. The program includes activities in math, coding, small-group reading instruction, physical education, economics, health, arts, and studying Minnesota plants and animals. Community partnerships help support discovery of new talents, skills and interests.

Program Date: June 21-July 29 (no program Monday, July 5)
Hours: Varies by location

Students are assigned to a site based on their home address (or alternate address). Use School Finder at spps.org/apply to find your Area (A-F1/F2).

Grades K-4 Language Immersion
Dive into Learning
Available to students currently enrolled in SPPS language immersion or dual-language programs (Spanish, French, Hmong and Mandarin). Students receive instruction in both their school-year language program and English, along with cultural studies and summer-themed activities.

Program Dates: June 21-July 29 (no program Monday, July 5)
Location: Adams Spanish Immersion, 615 Chatsworth St., Saint Paul
Hours: 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Transportation Area: Area A-F1/F2

Grades K-4 World Cultures and Sports
Engaging Youth Through Academics & Sports
Students learn about cultures from around the world and participate in daily athletic activities. Themes of social justice and restorative practices build leadership and social emotional skills.

Program Dates: July 19-August 12
Location: Humboldt High School, 30 Baker St. E., Saint Paul
Hours: 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Transportation Area: Area A-F1/F2

Grades K-4 Power Scholars Academy (Full; Waitlist Available)
Power Up Learning
The Power Scholars Academy summer program combines academic instruction with fun, hands-on enrichment activities, field trips and service projects. The program is designed to help students gain new academic skills and prepare to return to school in the fall ready to excel.

Program Dates: June 21-July 30 (no program Monday, July 5)
Location: Highland Park Elementary, 1700 Saunders Ave., Saint Paul (was at Maxfield Elementary)
Hours: 8:30 a.m.-3:45 p.m.
Transportation Area: Area A-F1/F2

Grades 1-5 American Indian Program (Full; Waitlist Available)
Engaging Youth Through Culture & Nature
American Indian and non-American Indian students spend three weeks at Dayton’s Bluff Achievement Plus learning Indigenous cultural awareness, and one week at Belwin Conservancy learning cultural connections to Minnesota animals and their habitats. This program is developed in collaboration with the Department of Indian Work.

Program Dates: June 21-July 16 (no program Monday, July 5)
Location: Dayton’s Bluff Elementary, 262 Bates Ave., Saint Paul
Hours: 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Transportation Area: Area A-F1/F2

Grades K-8 Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) Freedom Schools
“I can make a difference in: Myself, My Family, My Community, My Country and My World with Hope, Education and Action!”
Freedom Schools strengthens literacy skills through a research-based Integrated Reading Curriculum that features books, materials and projects that represent the heritages and experiences of our scholars. Essential features include Hero Elementary K-2; science, technology, engineering, arts and math instruction; parent and family empowerment events; community engagement; pathways to careers; health and wellness; social action; and field trips. Scholars see themselves in our high-quality Servant Leader Educators and community leader mentors/role models.

Program Dates: June 21-July 30 (no program Monday, July 5)
Location:

• Capitol Hill Gifted and Talented, 560 Concordia Ave., Saint Paul - Area D, E, F
• Hazel Park Preparatory Academy, 1140 White Bear Ave., Saint Paul - Area A, B, C

Hours: 8:30 a.m.-3:45 p.m.
Transportation Area: Area A-F1/F2