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Summer Programs

Summer programs are an opportunity for students to develop their skills and succeed in a diverse and evolving global society. We offer a variety of programs for students who will be entering Grades PreK – 12 in the fall.

Summer School & Extended School Year Services

Pre-K - 2nd Grade
3rd - 5th Grade
6th - 8th Grade
9th - 12th Grade

PreK–2nd Grade Programs

BEEP Summer Enrichment

  • Students entering grades PreK and Kindergarten next fall
  • BEEP @ Clark Road

BEEP Summer Enrichment offers STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) learning adventures, water and outdoor games, music, dramatic play, construction and fine motor activities, as well as special events. Classes are usually small to support individual and small group learning opportunities.

Contact: Margaret Eberhardt (margaret_eberhardt@psbma.org)

Project Discovery

  • Students entering grades 1–6 next fall
  • Florida Ruffin Ridley School

Staffed by PSB teachers, Project Discovery supports students currently in Grades K–5 who would benefit from continued instruction in reading, writing, and word study over the summer months. The program helps ensure students maintain current levels of proficiency in these key areas.

Participants may also attend a fee-based recreational program in the afternoon run by Brookline Recreation or Brookline Adult & Community Education. Admission to Project Discovery is by invitation only.

Contact:
Kristin Gray (kristin_gray@psbma.org)
Lyndsey McMahan (lyndsey_mcmahan@psbma.org)

Extended School Year (ESY)

  • For students with special needs
  • Location: Ruffin Ridley School

PSB students in special education who require extended school year services are provided with an opportunity to receive specialized services in their area(s) of need during the summer. ESY provides students the opportunity to maintain learned skills by targeting goals and objectives derived from the current Individualized Education Program (IEP). Services are determined through the IEP process on an individual basis. Admission to this program is by invitation only.

Contact the Director of Special Education for your child’s home school:

STAR Academy

  • Students in ELE and/or METCO entering grades K–8 next fall
  • Lincoln School

STAR Academy is a summer program for Brookline’s English learners and METCO students. STAR provides opportunities for students to increase their reading, writing, communication, and comprehension skills across curriculum areas including math, science, social studies, and English language arts. Students develop skills through content-area vocabulary and concepts, with instruction aligned to classroom expectations.

Admission to this program is through an application process.

Participants may also attend a fee-based recreational program in the afternoon run by Brookline Adult & Community Education.

Contact: STAR Academy Director, Mindy Paulo (mindy_paulo@psbma.org)

Brookline Recreation

The Brookline Recreation Department offers various day camp programs where children can build confidence, develop skills, make new friends, and have fun. Activities include arts and crafts, non-competitive sports and games, aquatics, recreational play, and themed events.

  • Camp Chestnut @ Lawrence School (Grades K–1)
  • Camp Coolidge @ Heath School (Grades 2–4)
  • Camp Kennedy @ Ridley School (Project Discovery students)

Additional themed programs include:

  • Viking Sports @ Baker School (Grades K–7)
  • NetResults Tennis (Grades K–12)

Contact: Andrew Kimbro (akimbro2@brooklinema.gov)

Brookline Adult & Community Education and Brookline SmartSummers

Brookline Adult & Community Education (BA&CE) and SmartSummers offer enriching learning opportunities for children and adults year-round.

SmartSummers programs (ages 5–14) include a variety of educational and recreational options such as theater arts, STEM, sports, language immersion, and more.

BA&CE classes include dance, exercise, art, cooking, languages, and more.

Contact: Meredith Forse (meredith_forse@psbma.org)

3rd–5th Grade Programs

Extended School Year (ESY)

  • For students with special needs
  • Location: Ruffin Ridley School

PSB students in special education who require extended school year services are provided with an opportunity to receive specialized services in their area(s) of need during the summer. ESY provides students the opportunity to maintain learned skills by targeting goals and objectives derived from the current Individualized Education Program (IEP). Services are determined through the IEP process on an individual basis. Admission to this program is by invitation only.

Contact the Director of Special Education for your child’s home school:

Project Discovery

  • Students entering grades 1–6 next fall
  • Florida Ruffin Ridley School

Staffed by PSB teachers, Project Discovery supports students currently in Grades K–5 who would benefit from continued instruction in reading, writing, and word study over the summer months. The program helps ensure students maintain current levels of proficiency in these key areas.

Participants may attend a fee-based recreational program in the afternoon run by Brookline Recreation or Brookline Adult & Community Education. Admission to Project Discovery is by invitation only.

Contact:
Kristin Gray (kristin_gray@psbma.org)
Lyndsey McMahan (lyndsey_mcmahan@psbma.org)

STAR Academy

  • Students in ELE and/or METCO entering grades K–8 next fall
  • Lincoln School

STAR Academy is a summer program for Brookline’s English learners and METCO students. STAR provides opportunities for students to increase their reading, writing, communication, and comprehension skills across curriculum areas including math, science, social studies, and English language arts.

Students develop skills through content-area vocabulary and concepts, with instruction aligned to classroom expectations.

Admission to this program is through an application process.

Participants may attend a fee-based recreational program in the afternoon run by Brookline Adult & Community Education.

Contact: STAR Academy Director, Mindy Paulo (mindy_paulo@psbma.org)

Brookline Recreation

The Brookline Recreation Department offers various day camp programs where children can build confidence, develop skills, make new friends, and have fun. Activities include arts and crafts, non-competitive sports and games, aquatics, recreational play, and themed events.

  • Camp Coolidge @ Heath School (Grades 2–4)
  • Camp Washington @ Ridley School (Grades 5–8)

Additional themed programs include:

  • Viking Sports @ Baker School (Grades K–7)
  • NetResults Tennis (Grades K–12)

Contact: Andrew Kimbro (akimbro2@brooklinema.gov)

Brookline Adult & Community Education and Brookline SmartSummers

Brookline Adult & Community Education (BA&CE) and SmartSummers offer enriching learning opportunities for children and adults year-round.

SmartSummers programs (ages 5–14) include a variety of educational and recreational options such as theater arts, STEM, sports, language immersion, and more.

BA&CE classes include dance, exercise, art, cooking, languages, and more.

Contact: Meredith Forse (meredith_forse@psbma.org)

6th–8th Grade Programs

Extended School Year (ESY)

  • For students with special needs
  • Location: Ruffin Ridley School

PSB students in special education who require extended school year services are provided with an opportunity to receive specialized services in their area(s) of need during the summer. ESY provides students the opportunity to maintain learned skills by targeting goals and objectives derived from the current Individualized Education Program (IEP). Services are determined through the IEP process on an individual basis. Admission to this program is by invitation only.

Should you have any questions, please contact the Director of Special Education for your child's home school:

Project Discovery

  • Students entering grades 1-6 next fall
  • Florida Ruffin School

Staffed by PSB teachers, Project Discovery supports students currently in Grades K-5 who would benefit from continued instruction in reading, writing, and word study over the summer months. The program helps ensure students maintain current levels of proficiency in these key areas.

Participants in this program have the option to attend a second, fee-based recreational program in the afternoon run by Brookline Recreation or Brookline Adult & Community Education. Admission to Project Discovery is by invitation only.

Contact:
Kristin Gray (kristin_gray@psbma.org)
Lyndsey McMahan (lyndsey_mcmahan@psbma.org)

STAR Academy

  • Students in ELE and/or METCO entering grades K-8 next fall
  • Lincoln School

STAR Academy is a summer program for Brookline’s English learners and METCO students only. STAR provides opportunities for students to increase their reading, writing, communication, and comprehension skills across curriculum areas: math, science, social studies, and English language arts. Students will focus on developing their skills through a study of content area vocabulary and concepts. Teachers will introduce and reinforce the instructional language used in classroom settings throughout the school year. This program is an opportunity for students entering grades K-8 this September to enhance their social and academic knowledge. Admission to this program is facilitated through an application process.

Participants in STAR Academy have the option to attend a fee-based recreational program in the afternoon run by Brookline Adult & Community Education.

Contact: STAR Academy Director, Mindy Paulo (mindy_paulo@psbma.org)

Brookline Recreation

  • Students entering grades K-12 next fall
  • Various Locations
  • Program Website

The Brookline Recreation Department offers various day camp programs to children. Each program provides various activities and pre-established schedules where children can build confidence, develop skills, make new friends, and have fun! Children will also take part in arts & crafts, non-competitive sports & games, aquatics activities, recreational play, and theme activities. Each camp will feature entertainment activities and field trips:

  • Camp Washington @ Ridley School (For students entering grades 5-8)

In addition, Brookline Recreation offers other themed programs for PSB students:

  • Viking Sports @ Baker School (For students entering grades K-7): Viking camps include a fun variety of sports including dodgeball, capture the flag, street hockey, soccer, flag football, basketball and much much more.
  • NetResults Tennis (For students entering grades K-12): NetResults Tennis is a games-based approach that adds excitement and enjoyment for the kids as they learn through a progression of drills and games specific for each level of play
  • Contact: Andrew Kimbro (akimbro2@brooklinema.gov)

Brookline Adult & Community Education and Brookline SmartSummers

  • Life-long learners of every age, adults and children alike
  • Various PSB Schools including Brookline High, Lincoln, and Ruffin Ridley Schools
  • Program Website

Brookline Adult & Community Education (BA&CE) and Brookline SmartPrograms offer enriching learning opportunities for children and adults all year long.

Brookline SmartSummers are enrichment programs for children ages 5-14. Students can choose from a wide variety of half-and full-day fun and educational adventures that meet from one week to eight weeks in July and August 2020. Programs include Theater Arts, CyberSummer, Basketball, Spanish Immersion, Bringing Books to Life, The Crafty Artiste, Minecraft, Lego Engineering, and more. These programs are open to all interested students.

BA&CE classes include dance, exercises, art, cooking, languages, and more. These classes happen are open to all.

Contact: Meredith Forse (meredith_forse@psbma.org)

Summer Connections with Steps to Success

  • Students entering grades 8-9 next fall
  • Brookline High School - OLS Campus
  • Program Website

Students enrolled in the Steps to Success program can participate in the Summer Connections program. This one month experience includes training on completing applications, interviews, early college awareness, job readiness, and preparation for the coming school year. Admission to this program is by invitation only.

Contact: Sarah Fowler (sarahfowler@stepstosuccessbrookline.org)

Calculus Project

  • Students entering grades 8-12 next fall
  • Brookline High School - OLS Campus

The Calculus Project is unlike any initiative in public education that aims to close the achievement gap in mathematics. In particular, the project is designed to increase the number of African American and Latino students who enroll and succeed in high-level mathematics courses at Brookline High School, culminating with the study of calculus in their senior year. This initiative originates in middle school and offers a series of focused innovations that continue throughout high school.

These include summer preview courses that support skill-building, reduce summer loss, and prepare students for their subsequent mathematics course by introducing them to core mathematical concepts vital to their success; afterschool tutoring during the school year, where highly qualified mathematics teachers re-teach and reinforce concepts and skills; and the development of “cohorts” that serve to create a less stigmatized academic culture, enhance the aim of striving toward calculus, and provide support among the target population.

Contact: Meghan Kennedy-Justice (meghan_kennedy-justice@psbma.org)

9th–12th Grade Programs

Summer School

The BHS Summer School Program is an enriching educational experience that affords numerous opportunities for academic growth and creative expression. Standard level English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Spanish courses are designed to allow students to make up or to review work that was not successfully completed or that proved difficult during the regular school year. Original credit courses offer the opportunity to receive full-year standard-level credit. Elective courses allow students to explore their interests and earn credit toward graduation. Enrichment courses are also offered for students to continue their educational journey through the summer.

  • Students entering grades 9-12 next fall
  • Brookline High School
  • Program Website

Contact: Brendan Kobus (brendan_kobus@psbma.org)

Extended School Year (ESY)

PSB students in special education who require extended school year services are provided with an opportunity to receive specialized services in their area(s) of need during the summer. ESY provides students the opportunity to maintain learned skills by targeting goals and objectives derived from the current Individualized Education Program (IEP). Services are determined through the IEP process on an individual basis. Admission to this program is by invitation only.

  • For students with special needs
  • Location: Ruffin Ridley School

Contact: Robin Fabiano, Director of Special Education, Brookline High School: robin_fabiano@psbma.org

Brookline Adult & Community Education and Brookline SmartSummers

Brookline Adult & Community Education (BA&CE) and Brookline SmartPrograms offer enriching learning opportunities for children and adults all year long.

Brookline SmartSummers are enrichment programs for children ages 5-14. Students can choose from a wide variety of half-and full-day fun and educational adventures that meet from one week to eight weeks in July and August 2020. Programs include Theater Arts, CyberSummer, Basketball, Spanish Immersion, Bringing Books to Life, The Crafty Artiste, Minecraft, Lego Engineering, and more. These programs are open to all interested students.

BA&CE classes include dance, exercises, art, cooking, languages, and more. These classes happen are open to all.

  • Life-long learners of every age, adults and children alike
  • Various PSB Schools including Brookline High, Lincoln, and Coolidge Corner Schools
  • Program Website

Contact: Brookline Adult & Community Education (bacep@psbma.org)

Summer Connections and Internship Opportunities with Steps to Success

Students enrolled in the Steps to Success program can participate in the Summer and Work Connections program and apply to work for their first job or internship. This one-month experience includes training on completing applications, interviews, early college awareness, job readiness, and preparation for the coming school year. Admission to this program is by invitation only.

  • Students entering grades 9-12 next fall
  • Ruffin Ridley School and various internship site locations throughout Brookline and Boston
  • Program Website

Contact: Lynne Courtney (lcourtney@stepstosuccessbrookline.org)

Calculus Project

The Calculus Project is unlike any initiative in public education that aims to close the achievement gap in mathematics. In particular, the project is designed to increase the number of African American and Latino students who enroll and succeed in high-level mathematics courses at Brookline High School, culminating with the study of calculus in their senior year. This initiative originates in middle school and offers a series of focused innovations that continue throughout high school.

These include summer preview courses that support skill-building, reduce summer loss, and prepare students for their subsequent mathematics course by introducing them to core mathematical concepts vital to their success; afterschool tutoring during the school year, where highly qualified mathematics teachers re-teach and reinforce concepts and skills; and the development of “cohorts” that serve to create a less stigmatized academic culture, enhance the aim of striving toward calculus, and provide support among the target population.

  • Students entering grades 8-12 next fall
  • Brookline High School

Contact: Meghan Kennedy-Justice (meghan_kennedy-justice@psbma.org)