🦅 YES at LVA Summer Summit Newsletter ☀️📚

Rise Up: Soaring Into the Future with Literacy Education! 🦅✨

Dear YES Families,

We are excited about the fun-filled learning experiences and adventures planned for our scholars this summer! Please review the important upcoming dates below and mark your calendars. 📅

🕘 Summer Summit Daily Schedule

8:15-9:00 Morning Math

9:00- 9:30 S.E.L. 

9:30- 10:15 ELA 

10:15- 11:00 STEAM 

11:00- 11:30 Lunch 

11:45- 12:00 Physical Fitness 

12:00- 12:45 Enrichment 

12:45 Transition to cafeteria for dismissal 

1:00 Dismissal 

🎉 Weekly Themes & Adventures Await! 🎉

This summer, scholars will embark on exciting learning adventures filled with literacy, STEM, arts, history, culture, and exploration! Each week features a unique theme designed to engage scholars while building academic and social skills. 🌟

🌳 Week 1: Nature Adventures 🌳

🥾 3rd Grade – Nature Ninjas/Explorers

Scholars will become young naturalists as they:
🍃 Explore hiking trails
🐞 Participate in bug hunts
🎨 Create leaf and nature-inspired art
🦋 Learn about local wildlife and habitats

🏕️ 4th Grade – Wilderness Survival

Scholars will develop outdoor skills through:
🧭 Orienteering and map reading
🏕️ Shelter-building challenges
🔥 Learning fire safety and outdoor preparedness
🌲 Team-building survival activities

🏴‍☠️ 5th Grade – Treasure Island/Pirates

Ahoy, Mateys! Scholars will enjoy:
🗺️ Creating treasure maps
🔍 Scavenger hunts
💰 Treasure-hunting games
⚓ Pirate-themed literacy and problem-solving activities

🚀 Week 2: Science & Creativity 🚀

👽 3rd Grade – Space Explorers

Scholars will blast off into learning through:
🚀 Building and launching rockets
⭐ Studying stars and planets
👾 Alien-themed games and challenges
🌙 Exploring the wonders of space

🎨 4th Grade – Art Attack

Creativity takes center stage with:
🖌️ Painting projects
🏺 Pottery and sculpture activities
🎭 Creative workshops
🌟 Scholar talent showcases

🤖 5th Grade – Little Inventors/STEM

Future engineers will:
🔧 Build and design creations
🧪 Conduct experiments
🤖 Explore robotics and engineering concepts
💡 Solve real-world STEM challenges

🌎 Week 3: Around the World 🌎

Scholars will travel the globe without leaving Milledgeville! Through literature, food, art, music, and games, scholars will explore different cultures and traditions.

 3rd Grade – Europe

🏰 Explore famous landmarks
🎶 Experience European music
📚 Read stories from across Europe
🍽️ Sample cultural foods

 4th Grade – South America

🌴 Discover rainforests and wildlife
🥁 Explore music and dance traditions
🎨 Create cultural art projects
📖 Learn about South American countries

 5th Grade – Africa

🦁 Study diverse cultures and geography
🎶 Experience African music and rhythms
📚 Read African literature and folktales
🎨 Create traditional-inspired artwork

❤️ Week 4: Home Is Where the Heart Is ❤️

Exploring Milledgeville

Scholars will discover the rich history, culture, and mysteries of our hometown!

🎵 3rd Grade – Famous Authors, Poets, Songwriters & Musicians

📚 Learn about local literary legends
🎼 Explore musical influences from the area
✍️ Create original writing and poetry

🏛️ 4th Grade – Historical Sites

🏠 Visit and study local landmarks
📖 Learn about Milledgeville's history
🔍 Explore the stories behind historic locations

🕵️ 5th Grade – Mysteries of Milledgeville

👻 Investigate local legends and folklore
🔎 Solve historical mysteries
📚 Discover fascinating stories from the community's past

📚 Library Scavenger Hunt Field Trips 📚

Scholars will enjoy an exciting scavenger hunt experience at the Milledgeville Mall Library! 🔎📖

🟢 3rd Grade                       🔵 4th Grade 🟣 5th Grade

📅 June 3, 2026 📅 June 10, 2026 📅 June 17, 2026

Scholars will participate in literacy-based activities, teamwork challenges, and discover all the amazing resources our local library has to offer! 📚✨

🧪✨ Science is Magic at YES at LVA! ✨🧪

🎩 Georgia College & State University Science Department Magic Show🔬

🗓️ June 11, 2026

Get ready for an exciting day of discovery as the Georgia College & State University Science Department invites our scholars to visit the campus for an amazing Science Magic Show! 🎉

Scholars will experience the wonder of science through exciting demonstrations that look like magic but are actually powered by scientific principles! Interactive science magic shows are designed to spark curiosity, encourage critical thinking, and inspire students to explore STEM careers.

Scholars Will Enjoy:

🧪 Amazing chemistry demonstrations
🎩 Science "magic" tricks that reveal real scientific concepts
💥 Hands-on STEM learning experiences
🔍 Opportunities to ask questions and explore how things work
🌟 Fun and engaging presentations from science experts

The Georgia College Science Education Center promotes hands-on learning experiences that help students discover the excitement of science and develop a lifelong love of learning.

Why It Matters:

💡 Encourages curiosity and creativity
🔬 Introduces students to STEM careers
📚 Connects classroom learning to real-world science
🚀 Inspires the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators

📍 Lockhart Arboretum Field Trip

🗓️ June 17, 2026

Our YES at LVA scs will be exploring the beautiful Lockhart Arboretum in Milledgeville, Georgia! 🌿🌳

Scholars will enjoy a day of:
🌱 Learning about native plants and trees
🐢 Discovering local wildlife and habitats
🔍 Participating in nature exploration activities
📚 Connecting science, literacy, and the outdoors
🌞 Enjoying the beauty of one of Milledgeville's historic treasures

The arboretum's stunning grounds and historic home provide the perfect setting for students to learn about nature, conservation, and Georgia's rich history. Scholars may even spot fascinating wildlife such as the colorful Eastern Box Turtle shown above! 🐢✨

What to Bring:

✅ Comfortable walking shoes 👟
✅ Water bottle 💧
✅ Weather-appropriate clothing ☀️
✅ Positive attitude and curiosity! 😃

Our Goal:

To inspire scholars to become lifelong learners and environmental stewards while having fun exploring the natural world! 🌎💚

🦁 Atlanta Zoo Field Trip

Get ready for a WILD adventure! 🐘🦒🐅         📅 June 24, 2026

Our YES scholars will travel to the Atlanta Zoo for a day of exploration, learning, and fun. Scholars will have the opportunity to observe animals from around the world and learn about wildlife conservation.

🚌 Departure: Approximately 10:15  AM from LVA
🕔 Return: Approximately 5:00 PM at LVA

Please ensure scholars arrive on time and wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes. 👟☀️

All parents who allow their scholar to travel to the Atlanta Zoo will have to pick them up from the school at 5:00 pm.

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Dear Parents and Guardians,

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💙 Thank You, Families!

Thank you for partnering with us this summer. Together, we are helping our students Rise Up and Soar Into the Future with Literacy Education! 🦅📚✨

We look forward to making lasting memories and celebrating your scholar's success with you!

YES at LVA Summer Program
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