2023 Summer Learning Programs
Program Descriptions and Registration Links for Students
Grades 9-11 |
July 3 – July 21 |
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Description: Girls Who Code programs include free, virtual summer opportunities for high school students. Participants learn the computer science skills they need to make an impact, gain invaluable insight into diverse tech careers, and connect with inspiring figures in the field. The Summer Immersion Program is a virtual, live two-week introductory and intermediate computer science courses. | ||||||
Grades 9-12 |
June 16 – July 21 |
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Description: Girls Who Code programs include free, virtual summer opportunities for high school students. Participants learn the computer science skills they need to make an impact, gain invaluable insight into diverse tech careers, and connect with inspiring figures in the field. The Self-Paced Program consists of flexible online computer science courses for students who want to learn at their own pace. | ||||||
Grades 4-6 |
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Description: Lockheed Martin Aviation Camp (LMAC) at Fernbank Science Center is a week-long activity-based camp that provides hands-on aviation experiences for rising 4th to 6th grade students. The camp is packed with activities that help future aviators understand science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and technology (STEM). More importantly, it will cultivate students’ sense of wonder, imagination, and creativity. This summer we are also partnering with GSK and the Franklin Institute to introduce students to careers in Physics. | ||||||
Grades 7-9 |
June 5 – June 15 |
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Description: The LEGACY PROGRAM- is a fun, enriching, and enlightening experience that will provide participants with increased options for success, through -STEM activities, physical activities, community service and much more. THE LEGACY PROGRAM will direct its participants to an avenue to be -REAL WORLD FIT! We feel everyone will leave a Legacy, so why not make it a good one! | ||||||
Grades 2-8 |
June 12 – June 15 |
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Description: The purpose of Magical Moments with Microsoft is to introduce and expand the knowledge of our Digital tools with our digital dreamers for grades 2-8. This program will focus on utilizing the key features of Microsoft as a cloud-based tool. Students will best-practices when using creative tools in Microsoft. | ||||||
Grades 1-6 |
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Description: Serendipity is offered to provide extended enrichment beyond the traditional class schedule. All students will participate in visual/performing arts, physical and/or health education, world languages (Spanish), culinary arts, computer technology, music, and STEM. | ||||||
Grades 6-8 |
June 5 – June 16, 2023 (Virtual Fridays) |
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Description: Girls Who Game (GWG) is an initiative focused on increasing young girls’ access to technology to prepare them for success in a digital world. This gaming program gives female students the opportunity to learn through play, with a focus on building global competencies and computational thinking using Minecraft: Education Edition. Please click this link to read about the 2022 GWG summer experience: https://www.dekalbschoolsga.org/news/girls-who-game-stem-summer-camp/ | ||||||
Grades 1-12 |
June 5 – June 8 |
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Description: Students will have the opportunity to engage in wellness, empowerment, and STEM activities. | ||||||
Grades 9-12 |
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Description: AP Bridge Camp is designed for students in rising 9th-12th grade who wish to prepare for advanced academic options in high school, including AP, IB, and/or dual enrollment. Students in this camp will pursue academic topics designed to engage their interests while challenging them to think critically, collaborate, and write about their learning. Teachers will use student-centered methods to show students how to take control of their own learning. Practical strategies, like time management and study skills, will also be addressed. | ||||||
Grades K-2 |
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Description: The Literacy Camp model is designed to incorporate not only literacy skills (fluency, comprehension, analysis) but also engagement skills. Students will be exposed to a variety of reading opportunities that will also include virtual read-alouds and independent reading time. Every student will have access to high quality fiction and non-fiction literature. This fun-filled camp is for our students who are currently enrolled in kindergarten, first, and second grades during 2022-2023 school year. | ||||||
Grades 3-8 |
June 5 – June 30 |
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Description: Scholars Academy is designed to continue learning for students who have completed 3rd through 8th grades in the areas of mathematics and reading. In addition to a focus on foundational skills, students will experience exploration in various connections fields such as world language, science, physical education, geography, music, and art. | ||||||
Grades 3-8 |
June 12 – June 15 |
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Description: The Reading Challenge Summer Program is designed to motivate students to read for pleasure and share what they are reading by engaging with a community of readers. Students will participate in daily thematic reading challenges | ||||||
Grades 9-12 |
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Description: C.H.E.F camp: Culinary and Hospitality Entrepreneurs of the Future will provide students with learning experiences addressing hospitality, international cuisine, southern soul, and industry explorations. |