2026 Summer School Schedule
At the Feb. 19, 2026 Board of Education meeting, the Board approved the 2026 Summer School proposal. This program is designed to provide both targeted academic support and engaging enrichment opportunities for our students.
Program Overview
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Duration: 12 Full Days
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Dates: May 19 – June 4 (adjusted for Memorial Day)
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Daily Schedule: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Transportation: Limited bus routes available
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Meals: Free breakfast and lunch provided for all students
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Update: Effective April 29, 2026, summer school meals will be charged at the same rate as regular school year meals. Students who currently qualify for free or reduced-price meals will continue to receive those exact same benefits and rates during the summer session.
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Elementary Program (Grades K–6)
Location: Cole R-I Elementary
Focus: Enrichment & Remediation
Building on the success of last year’s model, the Elementary program will continue its S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) focus while embedding targeted small-group interventions in reading and math.
Highlights include:
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Daily special classes
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A “Field Trip Finale” to celebrate learning
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After-school childcare available at minimal cost
This balanced approach allows us to both accelerate learning and provide meaningful support where students need it most.
High School Program (Grades 7–12)
Location: High School Building
Focus: Credit Recovery / Remediation Only
Unlike last summer, current academic data indicates a need to reintroduce a structured credit recovery program. The 2026 plan focuses strictly on remediation to ensure students remain on track for graduation.
The format will provide intensive course completion and credit recovery opportunities to prevent credit deficiencies and support long-term student success.
This approved plan reflects our continued commitment to meeting students where they are—supporting retention at the secondary level and sustaining strong academic engagement at the elementary level. Summer school remains an important extension of our mission to help every student succeed.