Harmony Public Schools Summer Reading Assignments

• For Harmony 6th-12th Graders

• Read at least 2 books over the summer

• Choose a project to complete for one of the books.

• Write a review for the other book.

Summer Reading Activities in the DFW/ NTX Area

• Carrollton Public Library Summer Reading Challenge

• Dallas Public Library: SMART Summer

• Euless: HEB Reads

• Fort Worth Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge

• Garland: Growing Together Summer Reading Program

• Waco McClennon County Library: Mission Summer Reading

Online Reading Programs

• AudioBookSync for Teens

• Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program

• Camp Book It!

• Half-Price Books Summer Reading Camp

• Scholastic

More Resources

• Family eGuide

• Kids Activities Blog

Blacks at Microsoft Summer Mentorship Program

• For rising sophomores and graduating seniors

• For students with an interest in Microsoft technologies and STEAM

• Coding projects and hackathon event

• In person from June 19th to July 28th

• Application closes April 24th at 5:00 PM

• Email bamdallasmoms@microsoft.com for more information

UTD AP Biology Camp

• For middle school and high school students

• Virtual lectures with practice exams

• 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

• June 5-9 and July 17-21

UTD Computer Science Summer Coding Camps

• 3rd-12th grades

• In person and virtual sessions available

• Morning, afternoon, or whole day options

• In-person sessions are located at the Engineering and Computer Science South building on the UTD campus

• $150 for half days; $300 for whole days

UTD Summer Research Program

• For 10th and 11th graders

• Research Internship in computer science labs

• Research Workshops

• $500 fee (low income families may be accommodated with a discount)

UTD Drones and Robotics Camps

• For high school students and advanced level middle school students

• Week 1: June 19-23rd from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

• Week 2: July 17-21st from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

• $150 per camp

UTD Math Competition Summer Camp

• For 8th grade and high school mathletes preparing for the American Math Competition

• Virtual for AMC 8; In-person for AMC 10/12

• Morning virtual price $150 per week; Afternoon In-person price $350 per week

• Dates: June 19-30th

UTD Information Technology Systems Exploration Camp

• IT systems classes and activities

• For high school students

• June 6-10th

• Dorms available for students coming out of town

• Location: UTD Jindal School of Management

• $275 for the week

UTD Chess Camp

• Online chess camp

• For ages 8-17

• Weekly session starting June 5th

• 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM or 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM

• Early registration by April 3rd is $165 per week

2023 STARS Summer Science Camps

• Science and lab exercises for current 6th and 7th graders: June 26-30th

• Biology for current 8th graders: June 6-16th

• Chemistry for current 9th graders: June 21-30th

• Physics for current 10th graders: July 11-21st

• Anatomy and Physiology for current 10th and 11th graders: June 6-16th

• Biotechnology for current 11th and 12th graders: July 11-21st

• Free

• Location at UT Southwestern Medical Center

• Application deadline is April 1st

Blacks at Microsoft Summer Mentorship Program

• For rising sophomores and graduating seniors

• For students with an interest in Microsoft technologies and STEAM

• Coding projects and hackathon event

• In person from June 19th to July 28th

• Application closes April 24th at 5:00 PM

• Email bamdallasmoms@microsoft.com for more information

Club SciKidz

• STEM-based classes and activities

• For PreK4 to 7th grades

• Half day or whole day option available with post-camp care available

• Prices range from $275 to $369

• Locations include Dallas, North Dallas, Garland, and Plano

College Access Program (CAP)

• June 15-18 residential camp

• For high school juniors who will be seniors next school year

• $15 application fee and $445 program fee

• Deadline to apply is March 31

• Camp location is at St. Edward's University in Austin, TX

College for Kids by Tarrant County College

• For 3rd-8th grades

• 3 week summer enrichment program

• Arts and crafts, science and technology, health and fitness

• $200 half day; $400 full day

• Application opens March 20th

• Check their website for dates at specific locations

• Locations in Arlington, Fort Worth, Hurst

Consumer Energy Education Foundation AI Energy Virtual Camp

• For 6th-12th Grades

• June 19-23 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

• Engineering challenges, program microcontrollers, and more

• For more information 832-274-3240 or ceef.org

Dallas Arboretum

• Hands-on investigations and garden explorations involving STEM and nature

• For 1st-6th grades

• 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

• $285 for members; $300 for non-members

• Check their website for dates and location

Dallas International Language School

• Language camps in Spanish, French, Chinese, ESL

• All ages

• Half day and full day options

• Pay weekly; prices vary depending on camp type

Dallas Parks and Recreation Summer Camps Youth Camp

• Daily structured activities: arts and crafts, sports and fitness, cultural enrichment, games, and more

• Ages 5 to 12

• June 5th to August 4th

• 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM

• $65 per week for Dallas residents; $75 per week for non-residents

Dallas Parks and Recreation Summer Camps Teen Camp

• Leadership development, decision making, problem solving, communication, interpersonal relationship skills

• Ages 13 to 17

• 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

• FREE

• Locations: Exall Recreation Center, Thurgood Marshall Recreation Center, Timberglen Recreation Center

• Lottery registration will be open March, 20th to March 25th

Dallas Works Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program

• Youth employment program to help students with workforce training and leadership development

• For high school students in grades 9-12 during the 22-23 school year

• Must live in the City of Dallas

• Level 1 Program application deadline is May 1st

• Level 2 Program application deadline is April 1st

• Level 3 Program application deadline is March 4th

Dallas Zoo

• For K-6th grades

• June 5th to August 4th

• 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with an after camp option until 5:00 PM

• $285-$300 per week; $255 per week for Dallas Zoo members

Day Camps (City of Arlington)

• Ages 5-18

• 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM

• $125 per week

• Locations: Beacon Recreation Center, Cliff Nelson Recreation Center, Dottie Lynn Recreation Center, East Library and Recreation Center, Elzie Odom Athletic Center

ICode

• STEM and Coding Camps

• Ages 5-13

• Price: $499

• Check their website for date, time, and location information

KidPreneur Summer Camp

• Elementary and middle school students will learn various aspects of a business

• June 13 to June 24

• 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

• $550

• Location: The Covenant School 7300 Valley View Lane, Dallas, TX 75240

Parkland Health Camp I-Thonka-Chi

• For children ages 6-18 who may have experienced burn injuries

• Activities include swimming, fishing, boating

• Located at Camp John Marc in Meridian, TX

• Free

• Application due May 1st

Sports and Adventure Camp (City of Plano)

• For ages 11-16

• June 5th to August 4th

• 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

• $183 per week

• Location: Oak Point Recreation Center 6000 Jupiter Rd. Plano, TX 75074

Sylvan Learning Centers

• STEM-based camps for elementary and middle school students

• Located in Dallas and Highland Park

• Visit their website for dates, times, and prices

Teen Outreach and Adventure (City of Plano)

• For ages 14-16

• June 19th to July 21

• 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

• $159 per week

• Location: Oak Point Recreation Center 6000 Jupiter Rd. Plano, TX 75074

Texas State National Transportation Institute

• For 9th-12th graders interested in STEM

• 2 week residential program at Texas State University in San Marcos July 9-21

• Application due May 31

Viridian Sailing Center Junior and Teen Sailing Camps in Arlington

• Learn to sail

• Weekly sessions in June and July

• For ages 8-12 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

• For ages 13-17 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

• One week: $225 for non-residents; $150 for residents

• Two weeks: $325 for non-residents; $250 for residents

YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Teen Camp

• STEM programming, guest speakers, volunteering in service projects

• 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM

• Locations: Grand Prairie YMCA, Mooreland Family Oak Cliff YMCA, Park South YMCA, Plano YMCA

• Prices range from $60 per week to $230 per week depending on location and city resident/ non-resident status

Camp Wonder with the City of Carrollton

• Day camp with activities including arts and crafts, sports, games, group activities, field trips to AT&T stadium, Crayola Experience, and LEGOLand Discovery Center

• May 30th to August 4th

• For ages 5-12

• 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM

• $155 per week for Carrollton residents; $170 per week for non-residents

Club SciKidz

• STEM-based classes and activities

• For PreK4 to 7th grades

• Half day or whole day option available with post-camp care available

• Prices range from $275 to $369

• Locations near Carrollton include North Dallas, Garland, Plano, and Lewisville

College Access Program (CAP)

• June 15-18 residential camp

• For high school juniors who will be seniors next school year

• $15 application fee and $445 program fee

• Deadline to apply is March 31

• Camp location is at St. Edward's University in Austin, TX

Consumer Energy Education Foundation AI Energy Virtual Camp

• For 6th-12th Grades

• June 19-23 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

• Engineering challenges, program microcontrollers, and more

• For more information 832-274-3240 or ceef.org

Coppell Summer Music Camp

• For 3rd-8th grades

• June 5th-9th

• 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

• Early registration $250 until March 20th; regular registration $300 until June 2nd

• You do not need to be a Coppell ISD student to join.

Camp SOAR at the National Aviation Education Center

• For 4th-7th grades

• June 12-July 21

• 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM

• $300 per week

• Before and after camp care available for additional cost

Dallas College Brookhaven Campus

• STEM program for girls entering grades 9-12 next school year

• June 12-22; Monday -Thursday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

• Email Neda Tousi at NTousi@DallasCollege.edu or Iris Duarte-Bazaldua at IDuarteBazaldua@DallasCollege.edu

• Deadline is Friday, June 2nd

Dallas International Language School

• Language camps in Spanish, French, Chinese, ESL

• All ages

• Half day and full day options

• Pay weekly; prices vary depending on camp type

Sports and Adventure Camp (City of Plano)

• For ages 11-16

• June 5th to August 4th

• 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

• $183 per week

• Location: Oak Point Recreation Center 6000 Jupiter Rd. Plano, TX 75074

Teen Outreach and Adventure (City of Plano)

• For ages 14-16

• June 19th to July 21

• 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

• $159 per week

• Location: Oak Point Recreation Center 6000 Jupiter Rd. Plano, TX 75074

Texas State National Transportation Institute

• For 9th-12th graders interested in STEM

• 2 week residential program at Texas State University in San Marcos July 9-21

• Application due May 31

YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas Teen Camp

• STEM programming, guest speakers, volunteering in service projects

• 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM

• Locations: Grand Prairie YMCA, Mooreland Family Oak Cliff YMCA, Park South YMCA, Plano YMCA

• Prices range from $60 per week to $230 per week depending on location and city resident/ non-resident status

Adventure Day Camps Summer 2023

• Outdoor camp that includes archery, target shooting, fishing, zip line, nature exploration, field games, disc golf, scavenger hunt, obstacle course, volleyball, basketball, baseball, crafts, splash pad and more

• For ages 4-13

• May 30th to August 11th

• Prices range from $175 to $215 depending on number of weeks

• Location at McPherson Park in Colleyville

College Access Program (CAP)

• June 15-18 residential camp

• For high school juniors who will be seniors next school year

• $15 application fee and $445 program fee

• Deadline to apply is March 31

• Camp location is at St. Edward's University in Austin, TX

College for Kids by Tarrant County College

• For 3rd-8th grades

• 3 week summer enrichment program

• Arts and crafts, science and technology, health and fitness

• $200 half day; $400 full day

• Application opens March 20th

• Check their website for dates at specific locations

• Locations in Arlington, Fort Worth, Hurst

Consumer Energy Education Foundation AI Energy Virtual Camp

• For 6th-12th Grades

• June 19-23 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

• Engineering challenges, program microcontrollers, and more

• For more information 832-274-3240 or ceef.org

Harmony School of Innovation Euless Summer Camp 2023

• Harmony students in 1st-5th grades

• STEM-based activities

• May 30th-June 2nd

• 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

• Free

Top Leaders Martial Arts Summer Camp

• Character development lessons through martial arts

• For ages 3--12

• May 30th to August 11th

• $179 per week

• Location: 1300 Red River Dr., Suite 200 Euless, TX 76039

River Legacy Summer Camps

• Wildlife In Action

• 6th grade

• June 5-16th

• 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

• $275 per week

• Amazing Animal Careers

• 6th grade

• July 10-21

• 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

• $275 per week

Texas State National Transportation Institute

• For 9th-12th graders interested in STEM

• 2 week residential program at Texas State University in San Marcos July 9-21

• Application due May 31

Upright Theatre Co.

• Theater Production Camps

• Ages 5-18

• Dates range from June 5 to August 11th depending on which camp is chosen

• $25 registration fee

• Camp costs range from $150 to $450 per week depending on which camp is chosen

• Location: 2501 N. Main St. Suite 210 Euless, TX 76039

Viridian Sailing Center Junior and Teen Sailing Camps in Arlington

• Learn to sail

• Weekly sessions in June and July

• For ages 8-12 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

• For ages 13-17 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

• One week: $225 for non-residents; $150 for residents

• Two weeks: $325 for non-residents; $250 for residents

WIZE Computing Academy

• Computer science camps

• Online and in-person options available

• Ages 6-15

• 2 locations available in Coppell, TX

• Check their website for dates, times, and prices

College Access Program (CAP)

• June 15-18 residential camp

• For high school juniors who will be seniors next school year

• $15 application fee and $445 program fee

• Deadline to apply is March 31

• Camp location is at St. Edward's University in Austin, TX

College for Kids by Tarrant County College

• For 3rd-8th grades

• 3 week summer enrichment program

• Arts and crafts, science and technology, health and fitness

• $200 half day; $400 full day

• Application opens March 20th

• Check their website for dates at specific locations

• Locations in Arlington, Fort Worth, Hurst

Consumer Energy Education Foundation AI Energy Virtual Camp

• For 6th-12th Grades

• June 19-23 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

• Engineering challenges, program microcontrollers, and more

• For more information 832-274-3240 or ceef.org

Cook Children's Junior Volunteer Program

• Volunteering at the Fort Worth Medical Center

• Must complete 36 hours between June 5th-August 6th

• For ages 15-18

• Application due February 1st

Fort Worth Zoo Middle School Camp

• Behind-the-scenes Zoo access with animals and with veterinary nutrition

• For middle school students

• 2 day sessions from June 13th to August 11th

• 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, extended care available

• $315 for zoo members; $350 for non-members

Fort Worth Zoo High School Camp

• Behind-the-scenes Zoo access with animals and with veterinary nutrition

• For high school students

• Week 1 June 5-9th; Week 2 July 31st to August 4th

• 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, extended care available

• $157.50 for zoo members; $175 for non-members

SiNaCa Studios School of Glass and Gallery

• Glass blowing, flame working, kiln forming, fusing and slumping glass

• For Ages 10-16

• June 5th from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

• $200 

• Location: 1013 W Magnolia Avenue Fort Worth, TX 76104

Summer You at All Saints

• Outdoor and indoor play from building robots to throwing water balloons, from starting a business to playing baseball

• For K-12th grades

• Various camps available May 29-June 2nd

• Various times between 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

• Various prices depending on chosen camp

Texas State National Transportation Institute

• For 9th-12th graders interested in STEM

• 2 week residential program at Texas State University in San Marcos July 9-21

• Application due May 31

The Pierce Institute for Academic Excellence

• Themed weeks to incorporate reading, writing, math, science and social studies

• 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, extended hours available at an additional charge

• $325 per week or $70 per day or $40 per half day

• Location: 4608 Bryant Irvin Rd., Suite 409, City View Plaza, Fort Worth, TX 76132

• Check their website for age ranges

YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth

• Overnight at Camp Carter: various themes such as Western, Around the World, Super Hero, Pirates, Survivor

• Mini camps from 2 days up to 2-weeks long

• For ages 7-15

• Deposit required; prices range depending on length of camp

City of Garland Swim Lessons

• Ages 9 months to adults

• Date, price, and location information will be available May 2023

Club SciKidz

• STEM-based classes and activities

• For PreK4 to 7th grades

• Half day or whole day option available with post-camp care available

• Prices range from $275 to $369

• Locations near Carrollton include North Dallas, Garland, Plano, and Lewisville

College Access Program (CAP)

• June 15-18 residential camp

• For high school juniors who will be seniors next school year

• $15 application fee and $445 program fee

• Deadline to apply is March 31

• Camp location is at St. Edward's University in Austin, TX

Consumer Energy Education Foundation AI Energy Virtual Camp

• For 6th-12th Grades

• June 19-23 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

• Engineering challenges, program microcontrollers, and more

• For more information 832-274-3240 or ceef.org

Life Time Athletic Club

• For ages 9-13

• 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

• Weekly themed athletic camps

• Campers must be active Life Time members

• Prices start at $47 per day

Texas State National Transportation Institute

• For 9th-12th graders interested in STEM

• 2 week residential program at Texas State University in San Marcos July 9-21

• Application due May 31

Careers in Health and Medicine Program (CHAMPS) Summer 2023

• For 10-12th grade students who are interested in healthcare careers

• June 12-16th

• 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

• Free

• Application deadline is March 10th

• Location: Ascension Providence 6901 Medical Parkway

College Access Program (CAP)

• June 15-18 residential camp

• For high school juniors who will be seniors next school year

• $15 application fee and $445 program fee

• Deadline to apply is March 31

• Camp location is at St. Edward's University in Austin, TX

Consumer Energy Education Foundation AI Energy Virtual Camp

• For 6th-12th Grades

• June 19-23 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

• Engineering challenges, program microcontrollers, and more

• For more information 832-274-3240 or ceef.org

ICode Waco

• STEM and Coding Camps

• Ages 5-15

• Price: $299

• Check their website for date, time, and location information

Texas State National Transportation Institute

• For 9th-12th graders interested in STEM

• 2 week residential program at Texas State University in San Marcos July 9-21

• Application due May 31

The Arc McLennan County Summer Day Camp

• For children with intellectual and developmental disabilities

• Activities include swimming, bowling, arts and crafts, and field trips

• June 12th through August 4th

• 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM

• $25 registration fee; $20 membership fee; $250 per week for full day; $125 per week for half day