Summer of Learning 2023 

There are many opportunities to keep students learning over the summer break!  

Check out summer opportunities to keep students engaged and connected with peers. We have gathered SPS summer learning information and many community partners’ summer programs.  

Families are encouraged to check with their school or childcare providers for summer programs. Be sure to check recent school newsletters or announcements from your school principal and staff for information about summer opportunities.  

Elementary Summer Learning, High School Credit Recovery, and Extended School Year 

Elementary Summer Learning is a referral program for students in kindergarten – 4th grade who have been identified by school staff and met eligibility criteria. 

Students who were referred, found eligible, and their family completed the registration form, were assigned to their Elementary Summer Learning site. Families received summer program confirmation in April. 

The SPS Elementary Summer Learning program is full and is not accepting new referred students or registration forms. Read more about Elementary Summer Learning. 

High School Credit Recovery is a referral program for current 11th grade students. It offers an opportunity to recover one course (.5 credit) for graduation that the student did not pass prior to March 31, 2023. Please check with your student’s school counselor to create a plan to support your student if they need additional support or have questions about graduation requirements.  

Extended School Year (ESY) is a special education program provided to some students who receive special education services. Eligibility for Extended School Year Services will be stated on the student’s IEP (individualized education program). Please check with your student’s IEP case manager for information.  

Summer Skills Center, Career Connected Learning, and Summer Music  

The Summer Music program is for students entering 5th-9th grade. Students must have completed at least one year of instrumental instruction. Summer Music has two locations, Jane Addams Middle School in Northeast Seattle or Aki Kurose Middle School in Southeast Seattle. The half-day music instruction runs from July 10-21. Read more about summer music.

All-City Marching Band is a SPS summer music enrichment open to students entering 8th-12th grade. The All-City Marching Band brings together students from schools across Seattle to take part in summer parades and community celebrations. Read more about All-City Marching Band. 

Summer Skills Center courses are open to students entering 9th-12th grade. Courses run July 10 – August 3 and are located at SPS schools across the city. Summer Skills Center classes are introductory versions of the school year courses. The application will be available in mid-to-late May. Learn more about the Summer Skills Center courses. 

Community Summer Opportunities

We have compiled a list of many summer opportunities for youth.  

Please note: This list is not exhaustive. The following information and links to partner summer learning programs are provided by Seattle Public Schools as a convenience and for informational purposes only. Each program has its eligibility requirements, registration process, and deadlines.  

Please contact the specific organization for more information about these community partner summer programs. 

Elevate Washington: From summer camps and after-school classes to services and support, this free directory features Washington programs that help build lifelong skills, improve academic performance, provide safe spaces outside the school day, and inspire young people (ages 5 to 24) to discover their passions. Learn more about Elevate Washington. 

Parent Map Camps and Classes. Summer camps, school-break solutions and classes in Seattle and around the Sound. Visit Parent Map website.  

Seattle Parks and Recreation 

• Summer Camps  
• Summer Programs at Community Learning Centers for middle schools

Seattle Public Schools Childcare Partners 

The Seattle Public Library

Seattle Youth Employment Program for youth aged 16-24