2024 SPS Summer Programming

Check out our SPS Summer Program Guide. Flip through and enquire about a program today. Discover your child's next adventure.

 

Registration for Summer Programs is closed. Several programs still have openings. If you would like to register your child in a program, please contact the program director by email or contact a community liaison.

SPS Programs with Open Enrollment

Any students can register for these programs. These programs are free.

Middle Grades CTE 

FULL
This program is for all rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. Somerville High School CTE is offering career and technical summer programs. Each program offers lots of fun, hands-on lessons and activities in a program of your choice. The programs each run for a week and students can sign up for one week or all three weeks. Programs could include Graphic Communications, Carpentry, Culinary, and Health Careers.
Dates: July 8 - July 26, 2024
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Somerville High School
Grades: Rising grades 6-8
Contact: James Hachey
 

Middle Grades Robotics

SPOTS AVAILABLE
Explore engineering, digital design, fabrication, coding, and robotics with high school students from the SHS Robotics Team. Learn how to use 3D printers, laser cutters, and vinyl cutters in the high school Fab Lab to make your robots even cooler. This is a 1-week program.
Dates: July 8 - 12 and July 22 - 26 (Choose one week to participate)
Time: 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Grades: Rising 6 - 9th grades
Location: Somerville High School
Contacts: Jason Behrens
 

Summer Music Program

FULL
For rising 3rd - 8th grade students. Two-week orchestra summer program. Classes include chamber music, improv, chorus, fiddle, technique, music theory, and orchestra rehearsals for woodwinds, brass, and string instruments. Students will perform in a concert on August 2 for families, who can arrive at 10:45 a.m. for the 11:00 a.m. concert. Breakfast and Lunch provided to students during this program. Beginners are welcome. 
Dates: July 22 - August 2. 
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Somerville High School
Grades: Rising 3rd-8th graders
Contact: Beverly Mosby
 

Summer Success 9th Grade Orientation

SPOTS AVAILABLE
For rising 9th graders. The Summer Success 9th grade orientation course is a 2 week introduction (10 class meetings) to what it takes to be successful at Somerville High. Slideshow about the program content. Ninth Graders will explore the following topics:
  • The course and extracurricular opportunities available at SHS
  • The layout of the building
  • How the high school class schedule works
  • How the Communities (Beacon, Elm, Highland, Broadway) are structured at SHS
  • Tips to be a successful high school student, including but not limited to time management, self-advocacy, navigating online platforms used at SHS
Dates and Times: There are four different sessions of Summer Success so you can choose what works best for you this summer. Register for the course that best fits your schedule. Depending on enrollment, some options may close or students may be asked to switch sessions. 
Option 1: July 8 - 19, 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Option 2: July 8 - 19, 10:40 a.m. - 12:40 p.m. 
Option 3: July 22 - August 2, 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Option 4: July 22 - August 2, 10:40 a.m. - 12:40 p.m. 
Grades: Rising 9th graders
Location: Somerville High School
 

SPS Programs through Referral

Educators and administrators refer students into these programs based on academic need. There are no costs associated with these academic programs.

The Calculus Project

SPOTS AVAILABLE
The Somerville Calculus Project (TCP) supports Black and Latinx students as they develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of mathematics. This summer, rising 7th through 12th grade students will come together for a 4 week, in-person program that includes advanced math instruction, community building activities, fun field trips, enrichment clubs, and more.
Dates: July 8 - August 2
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: East Somerville Community School
Grades: Rising 7-12th graders
Contact: Amber Jackson
 

Elementary SPELL (Grades 1-6)

FULL
SPELL is a summer program for multilingual learners at the beginning stages of English. The SPELL program provides students with theme-based language learning experiences that develop students' reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Enrichment activities will be built in throughout the week. This program is by referral only by students' ESL teachers.
Dates: July 8 - August 2
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 
Location: Argenziano School
Grades: Rising 1st-6th graders
 

Middle Grades and High School SPELL (Grades 7-12)

FULL
SPELL is a summer program for multilingual learners at the beginning stages of learning English. The SPELL program provides students with theme-based language learning experiences that develop students' reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Enrichment activities will be built in throughout the week. This program is by referral only by students' ESL teachers.
Dates: July 8 - August 2, 2024
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 
Location: Somerville High School
Grades: Rising 7-12th graders
 

Next Wave/Full Circle Summer Program

FULL
A summer program with project based learning and field trips. For currently enrolled Next Wave/Full Circle students.
Dates: August 5 - 16
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Monday - Thursday) and 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Fridays)
Grades: Students enrolled in Next Wave / Full Circle
Location: Somerville High School
 

SHS Summer School

SPOTS AVAILABLE: Registration link
A summer program with credit recovery opportunities for current enrolled SHS students. Somerville High School Summer School believes that all students can be successful. We are committed to providing a supportive learning environment where we take into account each student's individual needs. Free breakfast and lunch is provided for all students.
Dates: July 8 - August 2
Time: 8:30 a.m. -12:40 p.m., Monday-Friday
Grades:
Location: Somerville High School
 

Summer Explore

SPOTS AVAILABLE
Summer Explore Kindergarten Transition Program supports academic readiness for kindergarten at the Capuano Early Childhood Center. Summer Explore offers experiences for children with little to no preschool experience or who would benefit from summer programming as they transition to kindergarten. Includes developmentally appropriate academic learning, playtime, art, and physical movement as well as FREE breakfast and lunch.
Attendance is required for the entire program. Registration is by invitation through teacher referral. Summer Explore has limited seats.
Dates: July 8 - August 2, 2024
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Grades: Rising Kindergarteners
Location: Capuano Early Childhood Center
 

SomerSession

SPOTS AVAILABLE
This is a great opportunity to work on literacy and math skills to get ready for the next grade. Students will participate in three small group literacy lessons and an hour of math instruction each day. Class sizes are small - three adults to 10 students - and students get a lot of individualized attention and support. Free breakfast and lunch are included.
Dates: July 8 - August 2, 2024
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Grades: Rising 1st - 4th graders
Location: John F. Kennedy School
Contact: Kathleen Seward
 

Summer of YES

FULL
Get ready to dive into an epic journey of imagination and innovation with Right Brain Curriculum's Summer of Yes! We're bringing you a summer jam-packed with exciting projects, hands-on learning, and endless fun. Get ready to unleash your creativity and explore new horizons every single day. It's time to say YES to an unforgettable summer like never before! For students grades K - 5th only. 
Dates: July 8 - August 2, 2024
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Grades: Rising Kindergarten - 5th graders
Location: Argenziano School
Contact: Jené Riley
 

SPS Programs with Tuition Costs

This following programs are open enrollment and fee-based. The enrollment process is separate from other programs on this page. Find the link to enrollment below the descriptions. Financial assistance is available to qualifying families.

Summer Adventure Program

This program is for all rising K to 6th graders. Students will participate in exciting theme-based activities and, during full weeks, take two field trips. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are served daily. Families may enroll their students in one or more of the five sessions.
Dates: July 8 – August 9, 2024
Time: 8:15 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Location: East Somerville Community School, Grades: Rising K – 2nd grade
Location: Healey School, Grades: Rising 3rd - 6th grade (plus L.I.T.)
Cost: $268 per week, with financial assistance available
Registration period: April 2 - April 5, 2024

 

Summer Adventure Program for Leaders in training

This program is for all rising 7th – 9th  graders. Students will support students as mentors and prepare to become summer adventure program counselors. This is a great opportunity for students who enjoy working with younger children and want to take on a leadership role. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are served daily.
Dates: July 8 – August 9, 2024
Time: 8:15 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Location: Healey School
Grades: Rising 7th, 8th, & 9th graders
Cost: $82.00 per week, with financial assistance available
Registration period: April 2 - April 5, 2024
 

Programs outside SPS

There are high-quality programs available outside SPS summer programs. Many of these programs will have costs associated with them.