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Summer at St. Philip’s Academy    
Igniting Creative Learning
342 Central Avenue, Newark, NJ
973-624-0644
summer@stphilipsacademy.org
 
Tailor Our Program to Fit Your Child
Avoid the One-Size-Fits-All Summer Experience!
 
Providing fun and enriching opportunities for children K-8
 
 
We host three, two-week sessions from July 2nd – August 10th, offering children the opportunity to choose from and experience a wide array of activities each day. In addition, a healthy lunch program, special events and field trips are included in the program.
 
Our program will enrich your child’s summer through a supportive and fun-filled schedule. St. Philip’s offers a unique summer experience with hands-on learning in a wide area of activities in two age appropriate programs. Participants will have a chance to create their own schedule based on their interests.
 
All programs take place in our LEED Silver Designed, air conditioned building, which includes unique learning environments such as a Rooftop Garden, Teaching Kitchen, Indoor/Outdoor Gymnasium. Every room in our building is equipped with some of the latest technology, emphasizing an interactive hands-on experience that promotes collaboration and innovation.
 
Three two-week sessions, from July 2nd – August 10th from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
SAFE. AFFORDABLE. CONVENIENT
 
Cost and Enrollment
$299 per week, per child
($230 for St. Philip’s students)
Plus $25 non refundable registration fee, per child, in order to hold your space
Cost includes healthy lunch and snack

Extended hours available at $10 per child, per day.
Early morning care from 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Afternoon care from 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Enrollment limited, early application is strongly encouraged
 
Explorations
Growing Young Imaginations
Grades K-4
Explorations focuses on integrating a well rounded summer experience through hands-on activities in the Arts, Imaginative Play, Technology, Gardening, Cooking, Field Trips and Athletics including swimming lessons. Children will build life skills through fun, enriching activities as they develop both the body and mind.
 
Expeditions
Inspiring Minds
Grades 5-8
Expeditions focuses on expanding children’s horizons in Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, Math and Athletics (including swimming) through exciting and interactive activities. Participation in these fun, creative sessions will help your child build self-confidence, individuality, and a curiosity for learning.
 
Sports Journeys Mini-Camp
Nurturing Healthy Bodies and Minds
Grades K- 8
June 18- 30 and August 13-24
8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sports Journeys offers each child the opportunity to learn the skills and fundamentals of sports in a fun and supportive atmosphere. The values of teamwork, sportsmanship and respect will be reinforced through each lesson and game. Children will have a chance to expand their skills and put them into action through friendly games, scrimmages, and exciting field trips.

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