Joliet 86 Summer Scholars Program
2025 Theme- Summer Scholars Making a Difference in Our Community
Joliet Public School District 86 provides academic summer programs to increase student achievement and fill learning gaps. We will reinforce student attendance and core curriculum by providing high-quality instruction.
Summer Scholars is for current kindergarten to seventh grade (K-7) in general education and bilingual students. Help your child develop the confidence needed to be successful in the upcoming grade level. Students will also experience physical education, library time, and hands-on STEM learning opportunities.
June 16- July 17, 2025 (Monday through Thursday)
Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 2:10 PM
Breakfast (8:35 a.m.) and lunch is provided
Physical Education/movement sessions
Bus transportation can be requested within Joliet 86 District boundaries
Summer 2025 Locations
Farragut Elementary School
Woodland Elementary School
Dirksen Junior High School
Parent Information Virtual Meetings
2025 Dates are coming soon...
Benefits of Summer School
What we Offer
How to Support Summer Learning at Home
📔Presentation slides 2024
🎞️Recording 2024
Summer Resources
Student sites from your Classlink to practice at home
Renaissance- for myON and Freckle for practicing skills!
Britannica Launch packs Science Social Studies
Parent sites
Community Summer Programs
Joliet Public Library- Summer Reading Program
Joliet Junior College- Kids College
University of St. Francis - Summer Camps
2025 USF Esports and STEM Summer Camp Ages 12-14
Bradley University Summer Reading Programs: Contact Ann Carls at 800-964-1600 ext. 4191
Summer day camp at JJC (Grades K-5) The camp application has limited spots available. Email confirmation secures your spot. Register at https://bit.ly/JJCK5Reg24
Any questions, please contact Dr. Tricia Nagel in the Curriculum Department, 815-740-3196 Ext. 8390