Summer Program
Spend Summer With Us
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Prospect Sierra welcomes families to both of our campuses for our annual Summer Program!
We know that young people need engagement that matches their intellect and curiosity. Our Summer Programs were developed with that in mind. We can’t wait to spend a wonderful summer with you.
Be sure to scroll down to read program descriptions.
Student Voices: Panther Basketball
Student Voices: Spanish Cooking
Student Voices: Elementary Summer Program
This summer our offerings include:
6 weeks
Six (6) weeks of Tapscott Elementary School Programming—Week-long camps for Rising K-5th grade students to enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities and education.
6 weeks
Six (6) total weeks of Avis Middle School Programming for middle school students that includes deep dives into math (using curriculum from Stanford), Spanish cooking, basketball, volleyball, filmmaking, and more.
Questions?
Contact our Extended Program team!
THE PROGRAMS
K-5th Grade Students
Tapscott Elementary School - 2026 Summer Program
For Rising K-5 students, each camp includes a group of 12-30 students led by Summer Lead Teachers and Summer Teaching Fellows.
Every morning at camp, your child will be highly engaged. They’ll build on their existing skills while learning new ideas in core subjects like literature, math, writing, science, engineering, history, and music.
Camp afternoons focus on outdoor play, movement, exploration, physical education, and mindfulness. Our aim is for every child to come home looking forward to a good night’s sleep so they can return for more!
One week of Tapscott’s Summer Program includes:
- Eight (8) hours/day of childcare at Prospect Sierra
- Kids spend their week in grade-banded camps: K-1st, 2nd-3rd, and 4th-5th
- Camp t-shirt for each child
- Whole-child teaching and support
- Low student-to-staff ratio
- End-of-week culminating project
Extended Care is also available from 4:00-6:00 p.m. for an additional fee. Please contact our Office of Extended Programs for more information.
- Cost $500
- Holiday Week Pricing $400
- Location Tapscott Elementary School Campus
- Days/Time Monday - Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
- Themes Scroll down to learn more about weekly camp themes!
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Ready to enroll your child in an amazing summer of active learning?
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Ready to enroll your child in an amazing summer of active learning?
5th-8th Grade Students
Avis Middle School
For our Rising 5-8 students, camp consists of stable groups of 12-24 students led by a Summer Lead Teacher and runs from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. All Avis summer programs are $400. (Please note: Week two programs are $320/week due to Friday, July 3 being observed for Independence Day.)
Campers at our middle school campus can choose their subject focus from a wide range of engaging, project-based learning topics including mathematics, filmmaking, Spanish language and cooking, basketball, and volleyball for example.
One week of Avis’s Summer Program includes:
- 9 a.m.-2 p.m. daily camp schedule
- 30-minute lunch time from 12:00-12:30 p.m.
- Camp t-shirt
- Whole-child teaching and support
- Low student-to-staff ratio
- End-of-week culminating project
- Scroll down for camp descriptions!
Tapscott Elementary School
Each week will include a theme-based camp for the following grade groups:
- Rising K-1st
- Rising 2nd-3rd
- Rising 4th-5th
Activities
Week
Theme
Potential Activity Topics
Week 1 (June 22-26)
Fantasy Week
Pokemon, myths and legends, Harry Potter, dragons, unicorns and magical creatures, wizards, witches and spell-making (story-based, not real rituals), magical worlds and map-making (invented kingdoms, realms, and lands), heroes, quests, and journeys (design a hero, sidekick, and mission), castles, knights, and medieval life, Narnia, Lord of the Rings, superheroes, magical artifacts (wands, rings, potions, enchanted objects, villains, monsters, and what makes a “good” or “bad” character
Week 2 (June 29-July 2)
No camp on July 3
No camp on July 3
Space Week
Planets, moons, suns, stars, galaxies, nebulas, the Milky Way, constellations, star stories from different cultures, black holes, comets, asteroids, and meteor showers, space exploration history, astronaut life (training, food, exercise, daily routines), designing space stations, rockets, rovers, alien life imagination
Week 3 (July 6-10)
Earth Week
Layers of the earth, rocks, minerals, fossils, weather and climate, biomes and ecosystems (desert, rainforest, tundra, ocean, grassland), natural resources and how we use them, renewable vs. non-renewable energy, recycling, composting, waste reduction, endangered species and conservation projects, earthquakes, volcanoes, hurricanes, human impact on the environment and simple sustainability actions
Week 4 (July 13-17)
Maker's Week
Design process fundamentals (plan, build, test, improve), simple machines (levers, pulleys, wheels, ramps), cardboard engineering (bridges, towers, vehicles, structures), circuits and simple electronics (LEDs, batteries, switches), inventing new gadgets or tools to solve everyday problems, logic puzzles, upcycling and building with recyclables, music, Rube Goldberg–style chain reaction machines
Week 5 (July 20-24)
World Culture Week
Traditions and holidays from around the world, music, instruments, dance styles, global games and playground activities (from different countries), flags, symbols, famous landmarks, world geography, stories and folktales from different cultures, languages and scripts (greetings, alphabets, calligraphy), clothing, patterns, and cultural designs, foods and cooking traditions, daily life of kids in different parts of the world
Week 6 (July 27-31)
Water Week
States of water (solid, liquid, gas), oceans, lakes, rivers, and wetlands, water cycle (evaporation, condensation, precipitation, collection), ocean zones and sea creatures (surface to deep sea), freshwater vs. saltwater habitats, water-based games and challenges (relays, obstacle courses, team play), boats, ships, and how things float, water conservation and access to clean water, storms and water in weather (rain, snow, hurricanes, floods), beach life, tide pools, and shoreline ecosystems
Avis Middle School
Activities
Week
Theme
Activity Topics
Grades
Week 1 (June 22-26)
Panther Basketball (led by veteran PE Teacher and Basketball Coach, Nick Hernandez)
Hoop it up at Panther Basketball Camp! Designed to assist players of all skill levels, campers will improve upon proper shooting technique and footwork as well as ball handling and passing. Coach Nick, PS Varsity Coach, will be conducting camp for his 21st season!
Rising 2nd-8th
Week 1 (June 22-26)
Intro to Filmmaking (led by PS Humanities Teacher, David Allen)
Experience a full week of immersive filmmaking from creative development all the way to post-production and editing! Intro to Filmmaking Camp will provide hands-on experience in visual storytelling, editing, and video production. Kids will learn what it takes to build a story on film and screen at least one project at our showcase on Friday. Whether an experienced filmmaker or a total newcomer, we promise that everyone will learn some new techniques and have a great time. Veteran PS 5th grade humanities teacher, David Allen, brings back fan-favorite filmmaking class to 2026 PS Summer!
Rising 5th-8th
Week 1 (June 22-26)
Spanish Through Cooking (led by PS Spanish Teacher, Isabel Bustillos)
Learn Spanish and Latin American culture through cooking regional dishes, exploring flavors, and building language skills. End the week with a fun Latinx Chef Master competition to showcase your new talents. Join Isabel, PS Spanish Teacher, for a summer of cooking, learning, and fun!
Rising 5th-8th
Week 2 (June 29-July 2)
No camp on July 3!
No camp on July 3!
Panther Basketball (led by veteran PE Teacher and Basketball Coach, Nick Hernandez)
Hoop it up at Panther Basketball Camp! Designed to assist players of all skill levels, campers will improve upon proper shooting technique and footwork as well as ball handling and passing. Coach Nick, PS Varsity Coach, will be conducting camp for his 21st season!
Rising 2nd-8th
Week 2 (June 29-July 2)
No camp on July 3!
No camp on July 3!
Around the World in a Week (led by PS Head Librarian & Advisor, Rebecca Jelen)
Join Head Librarian Rebecca Jelen for a global adventure without the airports! Each day, explore a different country through games, food, language, and culture. Campers will collect passport stamps while dancing, cooking, crafting, reading, and playing. Come experience the world in a fun, hands-on way!
Rising 5th-8th
Week 3 (July 6-10)
Panther Basketball Panther Basketball (led by veteran PE Teacher and Basketball Coach, Nick Hernandez)
Hoop it up at Panther Basketball Camp! Designed to assist players of all skill levels, campers will improve upon proper shooting technique and footwork as well as ball handling and passing. Coach Nick, PS Varsity Coach, will be conducting camp for his 21st season!
Rising 2nd-8th
Week 3 (July 6-10)
Graphic Novels & Gaming (led by former PS Librarian, Mia Gittlen)
Campers will dive into graphic novels, exploring how stories combine images and text. They'll read, learn from authors and illustrators, and create their own graphic stories using digital tools. Plus, they'll build and code games in Minecraft using redstone, command blocks, and MakeCode—no prior experience needed. Led by former PS librarian and Minecraft enthusiast Mia Gittlen.
Rising 5th-8th
Week 4 (July 13-17)
Youcubed Mindset Mathematics for Rising 5th (led by PS 5th Grade Math Teacher Marlene Costa)
This two-week camp is a perfect opportunity for your child to discover the joy of math, build confidence, and develop a growth mindset that will last a lifetime. Instructors will be using Stanford University’s Youcubed Curriculum: a research-backed program that transforms how students see and engage with math. This camp is designed for all levels of math learners—whether your child loves math and struggles with confidence, or just needs a boost to feel more comfortable with numbers.
Rising 5th
Week 4 (July 13-17)
Youcubed Mindset Mathematics for Rising 6th (led by PS 6th Grade Math Teacher & Advisor Sumiko Wong)
This two-week camp is a perfect opportunity for your child to discover the joy of math, build confidence, and develop a growth mindset that will last a lifetime. Instructors will be using Stanford University’s Youcubed Curriculum: a research-backed program that transforms how students see and engage with math. This camp is designed for all levels of math learners—whether your child loves math and struggles with confidence, or just needs a boost to feel more comfortable with numbers.
Rising 6th
Week 5 (July 20-24)
Youcubed Mindset Mathematics for Rising 5th (led by PS 5th Grade Math Teacher Marlene Costa)
This two-week camp is a perfect opportunity for your child to discover the joy of math, build confidence, and develop a growth mindset that will last a lifetime. Instructors will be using Stanford University’s Youcubed Curriculum: a research-backed program that transforms how students see and engage with math. This camp is designed for all levels of math learners—whether your child loves math and struggles with confidence, or just needs a boost to feel more comfortable with numbers.
Rising 5th
Week 5 (July 20-24)
Youcubed Mindset Mathematics for Rising 6th (led by PS 6th Grade Math Teacher & Advisor Sumiko Wong)
This two-week camp is a perfect opportunity for your child to discover the joy of math, build confidence, and develop a growth mindset that will last a lifetime. Instructors will be using Stanford University’s Youcubed Curriculum: a research-backed program that transforms how students see and engage with math. This camp is designed for all levels of math learners—whether your child loves math and struggles with confidence, or just needs a boost to feel more comfortable with numbers.
Rising 6th
Week 5 (July 20-24)
Volleyball Camp (led by PS Athletic Director & PE Teacher, Miya Frank)
The PS Volleyball Camp has returned for the 3rd year, led by PS Athletic Director and veteran Volleyball Coach Miya Frank! Join us for a fun-filled camp, focused on skills development, team building, game strategy, and competitive play. Students will learn the details and fundamentals behind passing, setting, hitting, blocking and serving while in dynamic and active drills. Each day will culminate in play where our athletes will then get to put these skills into action!
Rising 4th-8th
Week 6 (July 27-31)
Volleyball Camp (led by PS Athletic Director & PE Teacher, Miya Frank)
The PS Volleyball Camp has returned for the 3rd year, led by PS Athletic Director and veteran Volleyball Coach Miya Frank! Join us for a fun-filled camp, focused on skills development, team building, game strategy, and competitive play. Students will learn the details and fundamentals behind passing, setting, hitting, blocking and serving while in dynamic and active drills. Each day will culminate in play where our athletes will then get to put these skills into action!
Rising 4th-8th