Summer Resources

Keep Kids Active, Full and Learning This Summer Break With These Family Resources

By the time summer break arrives, we know everyone is looking forward to relaxing, exploring and soaking up the sunshine. However, as we pause for vacations and fun, we want to ensure our students and families have everything they need to return to school ready to learn. With that in mind, we’ve gathered a variety of resources for parents, guardians, caregivers and families to help keep tummies full, minds engaged, emotions balanced and hands busy all summer long.

Community Summer Programs

ABC Summer Camps and Programs

Summer in Cincy for Kids & Teens

Get ready for a summer of fun! The Cincinnati Recreation Commission and Cincinnati Parks Department are providing exciting teen programming all season long. From beautiful trails, pools, and splash pads to sports leagues and skating parties, Cincinnati is the perfect place to spend your summer.

More information can be found online: https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/summerincincy/

Learning Grove Summer Fun: June 1 - July 1 at Bond Hill, College Hill and Carson

June 1 - July 31
Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Math and Literacy Academics Instruction Time
Weekly Field Trips
Lunch and Snack Provided Daily
Nature Camp and Water Activities
Enrichment for All Ages: Arts and Crafts, Dance and Music, Cooking and Nutrition, Sports
$235 Per week/ Per child (Vouchers are Accepted)

Bond Hill
1510 California Avenue, 45237

College Hill
1625 Cedar Avenue, 45224

Carson
4323 Glenway Avenue, 45205

Space is limited per licensing capacity and staffing; students are enrolled on a first come first served basis. To enroll, complete the packet in its entirety to the Afterschool Coordinator or school main office. Families of Preschoolers must also return with the Child Medical Statement signed by a physician and copy of current immunization records.

View and download: Summer Fun 2026 Enrollment Packet

STREAMS Academy: June 8 - July 17

B-WISER Science Camp: June 15 - June 20

A chance to pursue your interests June 15-20 and immerse yourself in science!
• Middle School program for girls in grades 7-8.
• High School program for girls in grades 9-10.

With a full daily curriculum in physics, chemistry, biology, and many more advanced topics, B-WISER is an inquiry-based learning experience. MS campers also meet female career exemplars who share their science journeys, and HS campers attend college readiness seminars.

In the evenings, campers participate in exciting programs ranging from engineering to light and waves.

Campers advance their skills, make new friends and gain self-confidence.

• Residential, On-Campus
• Hands-On, Team-Taught Courses
• Full Laboratory Experience
• State-of-the-Art Facilities

Register and find more information online at BWISER.spaces.wooster.edu
*Financial aid scholarships are available but limited.
Registration deadline: April 30, 2026

Illuminate Leadership Conference: June 21 - June 26

Ages: 12-15
Dates: June 21^st – June 26^th
Time: Check-in: Sunday, June 21 at 9:00 am, Check-out: Friday, June 26 at 12:00 pm
Location: 2600 Clifton Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45220
Description: The Illuminate Leadership Conference is a 6-day, residential leadership program designed to inspire rising 7^th – 9^th grade students through activity, mentorship, and exposure to real world principles. Students will reside in secure, on-campus housing suites, participate in fully interactive workshops focused on personal branding, emotional intelligence, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, social media responsibility, critical thinking, and communication. They will take field trips to meet with executives at UC Health, P&G, GE, Cintas, Messer, Perfetti Van Melle, and the University of Cincinnati. Students will enjoy evening socials, movie and game nights, and the famous ILC Pool Party with live DJ! Illuminate is more than a summer camp, it is uniquely curated, life-changing experience where students build confidence, strengthen their voice, and connect with high-achieving peers from across the region.

Register a student: https://www.ili-leaders.org/register
Nominate a student: https://www.ili-leaders.org/nominate

Website: www.ili-leaders.org

Breakthrough Cincinnati: June 29 - July 31 (5th - 7th Graders)

OmegaSTEM Experience: July 31

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
2026 85th Grand Conclave International Omega STEM Experience: Engineering the Future.
Friday, July 31st First Financial Center (formerly Duke Energy Center) | 525 Elm St. Cincinnati, OH 45202

This event is 100% FREE (LIMITED SEATS). Accepting the first 200 Kids

Open to all Girls & Boys
Rising 6th-12th Graders
Breakfast starts at 7:30 am | Event starts promptly at 8:00 am - 4:30 pm | Lunch will be served during the day of the event

MUST REGISTER TO ATTEND: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdnh_BXbz66isHsbpb63j-E0N9sWb77BtyUnbRFxIBz1bkDTw/viewform

Summer Resources

School-Based Health Centers Summer Services

Keep Tummies Full With Food Resources

Keep Brains Learning With Fun Activities

Primary School

25 Activities for Reading and Writing Fun (Reading Rockets)
Play games to learn about science from their favorite PBS Kids characters. Take a nature road trip, explore sounds with the Cat in the Hat, and more at PBS Kids

Intermediate to High School

Watch videos books being read aloud by famous actors and actresses at Story Line Online.net/
Keep the spirit of curiosity alive this summer and explore all the ways learning exists in everyday activities from PBS LearningMedia.
Write thank-you notes. Whether your child is writing notes to gift-givers, teachers or neighbors, this is a great way to practice penmanship, spelling and grammar – plus, it teaches gratitude.
Practice for college assessments - math, science, computing, history, art history, economics, and more.
- For SAT and AP, visit Khan Academy
- For ACT, visit ACT Website

All Ages

Get curious with our Cincinnati Museum Center Youtube Channel
Have a family game night. Chances are many of your family’s favorite card and board games reinforce skills like reading, counting and drawing.
Have a classic game deck? These ideas will help build math fluency
Read or listen to a book together for ways to check out books from our local library.
Become an “Imago Outdoor Ranger” by completing 10 of these activities
Learn to Code - Try a one-hour tutorial designed for all ages in over 45 languages. Join millions of students and teachers in over 180 countries starting with an Hour of Code.

Keep Emotions Regulated With Social Emotional Tools

Keep a Flexible Routine
Even though summer is more relaxed, having a loose daily structure helps children feel secure and reduces emotional ups and downs.
Name and Normalize Feelings
Talk openly about emotions like boredom, excitement, frustration or anxiety. Let your child know it’s okay to feel a mix of things during changes in routine.
Balance Activity and Downtime
Too much unstructured time can feel overwhelming, while overscheduling can lead to stress. Aim for a healthy mix of play, rest and planned activities.
Stay Connected
Encourage time with friends, family or community programs. Social interaction helps children feel supported and less isolated.
Create Calm Moments
Build in simple calming practices like reading together, quiet play or outdoor time to help your child reset and regulate their emotions.

Crisis Support

Call or text 988 the National Crisis Line: Available 24/7.
No hablas inglés? -MindPeace Lifeline o llamada 988.

NOTE: Call 911 or go to the emergency department if you’re experiencing a medical emergency, a life-threatening mental health crisis, or are directed to go there by a medical provider. For a non-life threatening mental health crisis for children or teens, contact the CCHMC’s PIRC department 513-636-4124 where they will help advise you on the most effective level of intervention to fit your needs.

For ongoing therapy needs for children, teens or young adults, visit MindPeace to find a school-based or community provider. Additional crisis resources are also available at MindPeace - Suicide/Crisis Support.