Registration for Middle School programs
is closed for 2025
is closed for 2025
Middle School Programs
3 and 5-day sessions offered the weeks of July 7th, July 14th, and July 21st
8:45am - 11:45am
For rising 6th, 7th & 8th grade students
Open to ALL Ridgefield residents as well to children of RPS staff
Transportation to the Boys and Girls Club provided
July 7-11, July 14-18, and July 21-25
Session 1 is full
plenty of spots available for Session 2 & 3
Cost $300
Additional cost to account for cost of food
Get ready to mix, chop, and stir your way to deliciousness in this fun and interactive beginner cooking class! Designed for middle schoolers, Kitchen Creations will teach basic cooking skills, kitchen safety, and easy-to-follow recipes that you can make at home. From simple snacks to tasty treats, you’ll gain confidence in the kitchen while having a blast with your classmates. No experience needed—just bring your appetite and creativity! Join us for a summer of cooking, tasting, and fun! 🍕🥗🍪
Anticipated Instructors: Chad Stewart, ERMS & Merryl Polak, SRMS
July 21 - 25
Cost $275
Get ready for the ultimate basketball experience at Slam Dunk Summer Basketball Program, where you'll take your game to the next level! Whether you're looking to work on your jump shot, master your dribbling, grab rebounds or learn how to dominate on defense, this summer bball program has it all. The program will include daily scrimmages, fun challenges, skills/drills to work on your game, and the chance to compete with other players your age, you'll leave feeling like a true baller. Plus, you'll make new friends, improve your skills, and have a blast in a high-energy, action-packed environment. Get ready to break a sweat, make some highlight-reel plays, and take your basketball IQ to new heights this summer!
Anticipated Instructor: Devin Sullivan, SRMS
Session is FULL
July 8-10
Cost $175
What would be better than spending a summer morning fishing and catching a Bass. Enjoy a few hours relaxing, relieving stress and meeting kids with a similar interest. You will learn how to use all your fishing gear, identify which lures work best for a particular environment and possibly trade one for something new. For those who have never fished before we will have a few extra fishing poles and gear, it's all about the fun. Rain or shine we will fish so don’t forget to pack a poncho!
Anticipated Instructor: Frank Oakes, SRMS
July 15 - 17
Cost $175
Unlock the full potential of your voice and dive into the dynamic world of music at the Vocal Academy! Are you yearning to elevate your singing skills, intrigued by the art of beatboxing, and ready to immerse yourself in a musical journey filled with camaraderie and FUN? Look no further – Vocal Academy is the ultimate course designed to unleash your vocal prowess and ignite a passion for music collaboration. This is a unique and immersive experience that focuses on solo singing and a cappella techniques, setting it apart from the traditional chorus setting.
Throughout the course, students will engage in a diverse range of activities meticulously curated to be both enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. From refining solo singing techniques to mastering the intricate art of beatboxing, every session promises excitement and growth. By the end of Vocal Academy, students will not only emerge as more adept solo performers but will also enhance their skills as valuable contributors to choral ensembles. It's not just a course; it's an invitation to discover the extraordinary world of vocal expression and collaborative musical artistry!
Anticipated Instructor: Lauren Verney-Fink, RHS
COURSE NOT RUNNING
July 14 - 18
Cost $275
Get ready for an action-packed week at the Multisport Summer Camp! Designed for kids of all skill levels, our camp offers an exciting mix of sports and activities to keep campers active, engaged, and having fun all summer long.
With experienced coaching, friendly competition, and a focus on sportsmanship, teamwork, and skill-building, our multisport camp ensures every camper stays active while making lifelong memories. Plus, fun daily challenges, team-building activities, and special events keep things fresh and exciting!
Anticipated Instructor: Devin Sullivan, SRMS
July 22 - 24
Cost $175
Get ready to unleash your creativity in this fun-filled crafting adventure! From cozy blanket-making to colorful bead and string bracelets—and so much more—you’ll have the chance to design, create, and take home your own handmade masterpieces. Whether you're a crafting pro or just love to make things, this is the perfect place to relax, have fun, and let your imagination run wild. Join us in the Craft Corner and bring your artistic ideas to life!
Anticipated Instructor: Stephanie Boatman, SRMS
COURSE NOT RUNNING
July 22 - 24
Cost $175
Learn to write music! Develop your music skills while composing your own music. Do you play an instrument? Let's write a song for you to play! Do you want to learn more about drum beats? Let's learn to write one! Have an idea for some song lyrics? Let's write a melody for you to sing! Students will leave the course with a completed original song. All skill levels are welcome.
Anticipated Instructor: Kim Russell, ERMS
COURSE NOT RUNNING
July 7 - 11
Cost $275
Create two and three dimensional artwork inspired by the Pop Art Movement that emerged in the 1950s, characterized by its use of bold colors and graphic designs, take inspiration from artists such as Andy Warhol, Keith Haring and Roy Lichtenstein…work with a variety of materials, create Comic Book Heroes, Pop Art Portraits, and Graphic T-Shirts!!
Anticipated Instructor: Teresa Ringcamp, SRMS
July 14 - 18
Cost $275
Join us for a week of STEM projects! This hands-on course is for any students entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grade who like to design, build, and test out their personalized projects. Along with attention to detail, students will put their science, technology, engineering, and math skills to the test.
Anticipated Instructors: Sean Geary and Kelly Hall, SRMS
July 14 - 18
Cost $375
Additional cost to account for elevated crafting supplies
Unleash your creativity in The Artisan's Escape: Elevated Crafting for Creative Souls! This hands-on course is packed with exciting projects designed to let your imagination shine. Paint your own stylish canvas tote bag, build a whimsical mini terrarium, and craft stunning dreamcatchers that reflect your unique style. Dive into the beauty of string art and dried flower crafts, and try your hand at wood burning to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. With plenty of room for self-expression and fun, this course is perfect for middle schoolers ready to make art that’s as bold and creative as they are!
Anticipated Instructor: Amanda Johnson, SRMS
SPOTS STILL OPEN!
July 8 - 10
Cost $ 175
We've all seen those mind-bending cakes that really make you question "is it cake?!" (thanks, Netflix!). With this course, you can decorate cookies that make you think twice about what you're really biting into! Learn how to use pro cookie decorating techniques, including color mixing and even some edible painting, to create cookies that trick the mind and confuse the taste-buds! This course is perfect for middle schoolers who love to draw, paint, sculpt, or just plain bake! If baking competition shows are your thing, join us this summer for an intensive cookie decorating course!
Anticipated Instructor: Jaime Florio, ERMS
SPACE STILL AVAILABLE
July 22 - 24
Cost $ 175
Unleash your creativity with this exciting mural painting course. In this hands-on summer course, you'll collaborate with fellow students to design and paint a stunning, larger-than-life mural that showcases your collective and individual creativity. Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a paintbrush for the first time, everyone is welcome to be part of this exciting project. Work together, get messy, and create a collective mural.
Anticipated Instructor: Carolina Quagliarello, SRMS
Not running
Monkey Minds
July 7- 11
Cost $275
The analogy of the thoughts in our minds jumping from the past to the future, like a monkey, has been around for thousands of years. When our thoughts are jumbled, our daily lives can become complicated, leaving us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or defeated. It can be hard for us to tame our thoughts and focus mindfully on the present moment and the only time that we can truly have any control over - this moment, right now.
The Monkey Minds Program combines skill training, opportunities for practice of those skills, and mindful awareness of both our internal and external worlds all within a playful structure to help students and parents understand and tame their monkey mind. Come learn how to recognize the state your mind is in, apply strategies to find a wise mind solution to any problem, and communicate effectively with your friends even when things are hard to say. So how is your monkey mind? Let’s explore and grow together
Anticipated Instructor: Jeffrey Lovelace, VP
July 21-25
Cost $325
Get ready to explore the wonders of science in this hands-on, fun-filled summer course! In Summer Science Adventure, students will think like scientists, ask big questions, and work together to solve problems. Through interactive activities, engaging discussions, and creative projects, they'll develop critical thinking skills and a deeper appreciation for the world around them. No boring lectures here—just curiosity, exploration, and science in action! Perfect for aspiring scientists, engineers, and anyone who loves to learn through hands-on discovery. Join us for a summer of experiments, exploration, and excitement!
Anticipated Instructors: Steve LaBounty, SRMS
Impact of Cancellation: Our programs are built on student interest and require the purchase of materials and consumables to make them fun and engaging! If your plans change and your child can no longer attend, please notify us by May 1st.
There is a cancellation fee of $25 prior to May 1st;
after May 1st we are not able to provide refunds.
Middle School Jump Start
for rising 6th graders only
Registration is closed
Please email the respective director to be placed on a waitlist. Registration is no longer guaranteed.
Monday, June 30 & Tuesday July 1
9am - 12pm
THIS IS A NO COST PROGRAM FOR RPS STUDENTS
*This program will take place at BOTH SRMS & ERMS*
Drop-Off will begin at 8:30am allowing time for students to mingle with their new peers before programming begins.
More information on this program can be found under the Best Buddies tab.