"It is the moments together that change us forever."


Forever Summer Bridge 

Ridgefield Public Schools


PK to 12th Grade

The Forever Summer Bridge Program at RPS has grown into a permanent summer opportunity for our students. Bridge provides out of the box learning experiences beyond the traditional classroom settings taught by our own talented teachers. In addition, Bridge will now offer academic experiences, including the chance to earn credit in required courses or the chance to grow skills over the summer.  

Registration will open on February 5th!

Please understand that all programs have limited availability. We will fill spots on a first-come, first-serve basis. When your registration is confirmed, you will be directed to the My School Bucks link to pay for the course. See below for our cancelation policy. For more detailed information see the tab for the page Registration Information above.

 Overview of Options at Each Level

ELEMENTARY PROGRAM

The elementary program is device-free and includes multiple opportunities for outdoor time with peers, creativity, an emphasis on social-emotional support, and thematic project based sessions.


FOR THE FIRST TIME WE ARE ALSO OFFERING A 'JUMPSTART TO KINDERGARTEN' EXPERIENCE FOR OUR RISING K STUDENTS.
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
July 8 - 12 Experiments
July 15 - 19 Creative Arts
July 22 - 26 Olympics
Register by clicking on the Elementary Page tab at the top of this page.($250 per student per week)

MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAM

The middle school is offering 2, 3 and 5-day intensive courses across multiple content areas and experiences. This is the chance for rising 6-8 grade students to learn about topics outside of their core classes. We will also be offering tune-up classes that will focus on different academic areas. These courses will take place at RHS during the second and third weeks of July. 
Register by clicking on the Middle School tab at the top of this page.
(Prices vary by offering)

HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM

The high school program is offering an unforgettable journey of discovery, exploration, and hands-on learning. 

Offerings will include 3-5 day Intensives for project-based mini-courses, One to 5-day Bootcamps to tune up on some skills in a subject area, and 18-day courses to earn RHS credit. 


Register by clicking on the High School tab at the top of this page.
(Prices vary by offering)

 Be a "Best Buddy" K-12

More information on this program can be found under the Best Buddies tab above.

We are looking for high school students to volunteer in our programs. Click on the "I Want to Volunteer" Page

Contact Us

Elementary & Jump Start to Kindergarten: 

Erica Ippoliti, Director, eippoliti@ridgefieldps.net

Ryan Dunne, Director, rdunne@ridgefieldps.net 

Middle School Jump Start: 

Amanda Johnson, SRMS, ajohnson@ridgefieldps.net 

Shane Peters, ERMS, speters@ridgefieldps.net 

Middle School Bridge:

Kathleen Granger, Director, kgranger@ridgefieldps.net

High School: 

Martha DeSantis, Bridge Director, mdesantis@ridgefieldps.net

Mary Ellen Foley, Director Course Recovery, mfoley@ridgefieldps.net 

Cancellation Policy

Famillies may cancel up until May 1st. A $25 processing fee will be charged. After the 1st of May, there are no refunds.