SUMMER PROGRAM OPTIONS

(PRE K - GRADE 8)

Cost: Free Grade: Rising 3rd-8th (Current 2nd-7th grade)

Program Dates: Enrolling in 2024 *Match Partnership*

GENERATION TEACH STEAM ACADEMY (GTSA) is a free, fun, and engaging 5-week, in-person summer enrichment program for rising 3rd-8th grade. They offer intense engineering, law, math, reading, art, and sports classes. The application will open late-March.

Cost: Free Grade: Current 6th graders only

Application Deadline: Nomination Required Info Session: December 19th

ACHIEVE provides the extra help that Boston’s hard-working students need to succeed in school and life. Their three-year program creates opportunities and resources so that deserving young people get the extra help that they need to achieve their dreams.

Cost: Sliding scale Age: 5 - 13 years old

Program Dates: Check back later

BOSTON NATURE CENTER Summer Camp in Mattapan and West Roxbury combine outdoor exploration, hands-on activities, and science education, helping campers to grow and connect with the world around them.

Cost: Varies Grade: For girls, 3rd - 9th (varies by program) Program Dates: June-August *Match Partnership*  

EAGLE ISLAND offers one-week and two-week overnight sessions. Their small group sizes ensure that our staff gets to know each camper, helping to create programming that fits their interests and needs in a safe and supervised environment. Eagle Island delivers the outdoor camp experience where all campers try a variety of activities including swimming, paddling, nature exploration, crafts, team-building, camper-led play, and community building. Enrollment has begun! Click learn more to apply.

The Eagle Island/MATCH School Partnership is pleased to announce that up to $5,000 has been allocated to support MATCH students in attending Eagle Island. For application details and further information, please contact matchmore@matchschool.org.

Cost: $100 Grade: Pre-K -8th

Program Dates: June, July & August *Match Partnership*          

HALE EDUCATION offers traditional camp activities such as swimming, boating, climbing, archery, hiking, and more. Hale partners with Match to deliver an outdoor camp experience full of adventure & learning for students. Transportation is provided.

Contact matchmore@matchschool.org to get application information.

Cost: Varies by income Age: 7 - 15 years old

Program Dates:

At BOSTON EXPLORERS, students get to learn about the Greater Boston community and its hidden gems. Would you like to go to the tops of tall buildings, and rowboats in the Boston Harbor, explore secret spaces, learn about Boston's amazing history, build things with your hands, and have the freedom to roam around?

Cost: Sliding Scale Ages: 6 years old & up

Program Dates: Varies depending on the program

JP KIDS ART'S goal is for students to learn with a community of practicing artists who encourage self-expression, foster empathy, and promote collaboration and creative problem-solving.

Contact matchmore@matchschool.org to get application information.

Cost: $0 - 180 Ages: 6 years old & up

Program Dates: Varies depending on the program

PIERS PARK SAILING CENTER is inclusive and about 1/3 of participants of sailors have a cognitive or physical disability. PPSC’s goal is to foster an environment of mentorship where children increase science literacy, improve skills in problem solving and resilience, and gain confidence and esteem while having fun on the water.

Cost: Free Age: 6 - 15 years old

Program Dates: Check back in April 2023

TENACITY engages each age group and meets for a session that includes tennis classes and a variety of light reading and fitness activities. This dynamic program is offered free-of-charge on summer weekday mornings and afternoons.

Cost: Free Age: 1st-8th grade

Program Dates: Year-round

The Base is an afterschool and sports urban academy that uses the power of sports to engage youth in a positive, success-driven culture. They provide high-quality sports training and competition, along with programs for college access, career development, health and wellness, and STEM learning.

Cost: $700 Age: 3 - 16 years old

Program Dates: July - August

CAMP CONFIDENCE has an 10-week summer program designed to meet the developmental, social, and behavioral needs of children with Autism. They use principles of Applied Behavior Analysis that targets skills by creating a motivating operation, reinforcing positive behavior and modifying goals.

Cost: $1600-$3195 Age: 7 - 15 years old

Program Dates:

Session 1: June 26 - July 1; Session 2: July 3 - July 15th

Session 3: July 17th - July 29th; Session 4: July 31st - August 12th

WEST END HOUSE GIRLS CAMP is an overnight summer camp for girls ages 7-15, located in Southern Maine on the shores of Long Pond. The WEHGC experience is intentionally small, progressively multi-cultural, and 100% camper-focused. Enrollment has begun! Click learn more to apply.

Cost: $100 ($25 deposit fee required at the time of application.) Age: 7 - 17 years old

Program Dates: Weekly sessions (June 28- August 27)

CAMP WING, a Crossroads camp, provides a safe and stimulating environment where our campers are urged beyond their comfort zones to set and achieve goals, gain new skills through challenges, make positive choices, and develop healthy relationships with their peers and adults. Enrollment has begun! Click learn more to apply.

Cost: A Full Campership covers camp tuition after the family contribution. Age: 10 y/o

Program Dates: Application Closed *Match Partnership*  

A THOUSAND SUMMERS connects students with one of 9 summer camps which vary by location. Students engage in many outdoor activities from sea kayaking to archery and backpacking.