Programing for students entering grades K -12.
The District is committed to delivering a comprehensive program that is community-centered, based on students’ needs, and ensures that all students and families have access to a fun, academically and socially enriching, and meaningful summer experience.
We are excited to welcome students entering grades K -12 to summer programming each summer!
Summer learning programs are proven to maintain and advance students’ academic and social growth. This gives students the opportunity to engage in learning every day, rather than forgetting what they learned during the school year. An academic summer program that incorporates enrichment experiences is the perfect way to engage students and make sure they don’t forget the critical skills they have already learned, especially given the school year’s unique nature.
All current School District of Philadelphia students entering grades K-12 are eligible and encouraged to participate! Summer learning programs are proven to reinforce and build new skills, sending young people back to school in September ready to learn. Additionally, summer youth employment programs engage older youth in meaningful activities that help them cultivate new skills, prepare for college, improve grades, and earn money.
When exploring summer programming, families should see the information related to the grade their child WILL BE IN when entering school this coming fall. And contact us with any questions.
Summer Kindergarten Transition Program (Kindergarten) – Appropriate for students entering Kindergarten in Fall 2026. This virtual program will prepare and increase the confidence of rising kindergarteners and their families. Families who have completed registration for Kindergarten will receive an email invitation with program information and a link to apply.
Summer Achievers (Grades 1-8) – Appropriate for students entering 1st through 8th grade in Fall 2026, this full-day, free and fun enrichment program offers the traditional summer camp experience plus support in math and reading, to prepare students to start the next school year strong.
CTE Summer Camps (Grades 6-8) – Appropriate for students entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grade in Fall 2026 and interested in exploring CTE options. Students will participate in a week-long summer camp program that prepares them for instruction related to a variety of areas associated with Career and Technical Education in our high schools.
Summer Drumline (Grades 6-12) – Appropriate for students entering 6th through 12th grade in Fall 2026, Summer Drumline is a five-week, hands-on program that teaches the fundamentals of drumline percussion. Students will perform in an ensemble and receive supplemental music instruction.
NEW! Arts Intensive Summer Program (Grades 7-11) – Appropriate for students entering 7th through 11th grade in Fall 2026, Arts Intensive Summer Program is a five-week, hands-on program that features rigorous studio practice and technical skill development. Students will immerse themselves in an elite artistic environment designed exclusively for those who are serious about their creative growth. Whether students are in middle school preparing for a special admit high school audition, or in high school building a competitive college portfolio, this program provides the foundation for their journey.
All City Orchestra Summer Academy (Grades 6-12) – Appropriate for students who will be entering 6th through 12th grade in Fall 2026, this partnership with the Mann Center for the Performing Arts, the Philadelphia Orchestra, and Project 440, is the District’s premier summer instrumental music training camp for young instrumentalists. High-quality orchestra and jazz training experience is offered at zero cost.
Young Entrepreneurs (Grade 9) – Appropriate for students entering 9th grade in Fall 2026, students will spend five weeks gaining real-world, practical experience while learning how to start a business.
GEAR UP Summer Experience (Grades 10 -11) – Appropriate for students entering 10th & 11th grade in Fall 2026, at one of the GEAR UP High Schools. GEAR UP’s Exploring Tomorrow Internship Program seeks to provide students with hands-on experience that will build professional skills and will allow students to understand the fundamentals of employment. Students in this program will have the opportunity to earn a stipend of up to $1,500.
StartUp EDU (Grades 10-12) – Appropriate for students entering 10th through 12th grade in Fall 2026, students will spend five weeks gaining an entrepreneurial mindset, as well as the skills needed to start a business.
CareerPrep Externships/Paid Internships (Grades 9-12) – Appropriate for students who are currently in high school, students will be provided meaningful work-based learning and academic enrichment experiences designed to build upon their high school classes.
Senior Year Only Program (Grade 12) – Appropriate for students entering 12th grade in Fall 2026, students enroll in Senior Year Only Program classes on the campus of a community college.
CTE Summer Employment Programs (Grades 9-12) – Appropriate for current Career and Technical Education students, who will be provided meaningful work-based learning and academic enrichment experiences designed to build upon technical skills mastered in their respective CTE classes. This program is by invitation only.
Summer School (Credit Recovery)/Act 158 (Grades 9-12) – Appropriate for students in current 9th through 12th grades who have failed a previous course or seniors who did not complete ACT 158 requirements. Summer School/Act 158 provides an opportunity to earn the grades, credits and requirements needed to remain on track for graduation.
Newcomer Program (English Learners in Grades 1-8) – This invite-only program is appropriate for English Learner students entering 1st through 8th grade who enrolled in the District after January 1, 2025 and have a current English Proficiency Level of 1.0-1.5.
Extended School Year (Grades 1-12) – Extended School Year provides special education services for eligible students beyond the regular 180-day school year. Student eligibility is determined by the IEP team.
You can use the options listed in the blue boxes to review the options for your student(s) in Summer 2026. All the important details, including how to register, are included in each section.
Applications for most programs open on April 6, 2026; please see individual programs for application details.
Click the small arrow box in the upper left corner to view a list of summer program locations or zoom in on the map.
Focused on making sure that incoming children and their families feel confident about starting Kindergarten in the fall.
Dates: Monday, June 22 – Thursday, July 23
Program Hours: Families will be assigned to one of 4 time slots:
Application opens: The process begins April 6. This is invitation only.
Confirmation of placement/acceptance: Will be sent via email no later than June 2.
How to Register: Families who have completed registration for School District Kindergarten will receive a link to the online application form via email.
Once you receive the link to your application via email, families will need the following to apply:
The number of families able to enroll will be limited based upon staffing levels.
Programs will be virtual for incoming Kindergarteners.
All families will pick up materials including a bag with supplies, books, and a Chromebook if needed, prior to the first day of the program. Details about pick-up will be provided.
What are the goals of the program?
Summer Kindergarten Transition Program (SKTP) is designed to help students and their caregivers feel confident about starting Kindergarten in the Fall. Families will become familiar with Kindergarten routines and expectations.
Can a family request a specific class time?
Specific class times cannot be guaranteed but requests can be sent to ksummerprogram@philasd.org. Every effort will be made to accommodate requests.
Will I get supplies?
Families will receive a backpack, books, and school supplies. Families will pick up these materials from either the Education Center (440 N. Broad Street), Gompers School (5701 Wynnefield Ave), or Solis Cohen School (7001 Horrocks St) during the week prior to the start of the program.
When will I get more information?
By June 2, you will receive a confirmation email that includes your class time, teacher’s name, Zoom link, and the time to pick up program materials.
Who will be teaching my child?
Classes will be taught by certified, current School District of Philadelphia PreK and/or Kindergarten teachers.
What if I don’t have a computer?
Families who need to borrow a Chromebook will be given one to use during the summer program. Students who currently attend Head Start or Bright Futures at district schools will be able to use their PreK Chromebook during the summer program. All Chromebooks must be returned the week after the program ends.
What if I need an interpreter?
Interpreters will be available upon request. Families can provide their home language and need for an interpreter on the registration form.
Questions?
Email ksummerprogram@philasd.org
Free full-day, school-meets-camp experience that includes academic support in Math and English Language Arts and fun field trips! This program is offered as a partnership between the School District of Philadelphia and The City of Philadelphia’s Out-of-School Time (OST) programs.
Families of students enrolled in the Summer Achievers program will be contacted by the OST staff during the month of June to learn more about program details and activities at the assigned site.
Dates & Times:
Dates: Tuesday, June 22-July 31
Days: Monday – Friday
Times: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Notes:
Enrollment will be completed on a first-come, first-serve basis
Note: Applications from students attending the school-year program and/or the school building will be prioritized
District-Wide Registration Opens April 13: Click HERE for a list of locations and registration links
Notification of Acceptance: Confirmation of placement/acceptance will be facilitated by the OST Program Provider.
How to Register
Coming Soon: Please use the City of Philadelphia’s Program Locator for Summer Achievers site and OST Provider information. Use the “Summer Achievers” filter or search by your school name to find OST Provider Contact Information.
All students will receive materials they need to participate in programming.
Questions?
Email ostphl@phila.gov
Students will participate in a week-long summer camp that exposes them to and prepares them for a Career & Technical Education (CTE) program in high school.
This summer camp is completely free for the School District of Philadelphia middle school students. Options may include:
Program Days & Dates:
Monday June 22 – Friday June 26
Program Hours:
8:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Possible sites may include:
Swenson Arts & Technology High School
2750 Red Lion Road
Philadelphia, PA 19114
Lankenau Environmental Science High School
201 Spring Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19128
The Murrell Dobbins Career and Technical Education High School
2150 W. Lehigh Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19132
Thomas A. Edison High School
151 West Luzerne Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
Interest Form Opens: Coming Soon
Interest Form Closes: May 8th
Notification of Acceptance: Confirmation of placement/acceptance will be sent via email no later than May 15th
Families, please complete the Interest Form
What will students gain from attending the CTE Camp?
CTE Camp will expose middle school students to the various CTE programs offered at public high schools in the City of Philadelphia. Students will experience hands-on career exposure while attending a week-long CTE course learning basic safety skills, tools and equipment vocabulary and business.
Are charter school students able to attend CTE camp?
Students must be enrolled in a SDP public school for the 2026-2027 school year. Unfortunately, charter school students are not eligible for this opportunity. Charter, parochial, and private school students should check with their schools for available summer programs.
How are students placed at each location?
Parents/guardians are asked to rank the locations in order of preference. Placements will be selected in order of application date. Once a camp site is filled, students will be placed in their second or third choice locations.
What grade levels are eligible to participate?
This opportunity is for middle school students that will be in 6th, 7th or 8th grade in the 2026-2027 school year.
What is the cost of this camp?
Free! This is a free, week-long career exploratory camp.
Questions?
Email meagan@philasd.org
All City Orchestra Summer Academy (ACOSA) is a FREE music training camp for Philadelphia youth instrumentalists offered at The Mann Center for the Performing Arts, in partnership with The Philadelphia Orchestra, the School District of Philadelphia, and Project 440.
Note: Intermediate level skills or proficiency of instrument is required for successful participation
Orchestra:
July 20 – 31 (two weeks)
Jazz:
August 10 – 14, 2026
Pop
August 17-21
Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 2:30pm
Please find all information related to registration HERE (registration form coming soon).
Confirmation of placement/acceptance will be sent via email no later than May 15.
Other eligibility criteria: Intermediate level skills or proficiency of instrument is required for successful participation
What You’ll Need to Register:
The Mann Center for the Performing Arts
All students must bring their school instruments each day.
Questions?
Email arts@philasd.org
Students will learn the fundamentals of drumline percussion and perform in an ensemble, along with supplemental music instruction.
Program Dates: Monday, June 22 – July 23
Program Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:30am-1:30pm (In-Person)
Registration Opens: Coming soon!
Notification of acceptance: Confirmation of placement/acceptance will be sent via email no later than June 12
Students interested in this program should apply HERE (forms coming soon in all languages)
Student Information
Parent/Guardian Information
Student Responses for Interest Form
Samuel Fels High School
Kensington CAPA High School
School of the Future
West Philadelphia High School
Northeast Community Propel Academy
Questions?
Email arts@philasd.org
This program is designed to bridge the gap between the art/ dance classroom and studio arts training with portfolio development or mastering of auditioning techniques.
Program components include:
Programs will be facilitated by certified District Dance/ Visual Arts teachers.
Program Dates: Monday, July 20- July 31
Program Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00am-2:00pm (In-Person)
Registration Opens: April 6th
Registration Closes: May 22nd
Notification of acceptance: Confirmation of placement/acceptance will be sent via email no later than June 5.
Students interested in this program should apply HERE (forms coming soon in all languages)
Student Information
Parent/Guardian Information
Student Responses for Interest Form
Franklin Learning Center High School
616 N 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19130
High School for Creative and Performing Arts
901 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Questions?
Email arts@philasd.org
For students entering grade 9 in Fall 2025 (current 8th grade students), the Young Entrepreneurs program will:
Program Dates:
Monday, June 22 – Thursday, July 23
Program Hours:
8:15am-1:30pm
Benjamin Franklin High School
Central High School
Northeast High School
Registration Open: Week of March 16
Registration closes: April 30th
Access application information HERE or apply directly in the C2L-PHL application portal HERE.
Notification of Acceptance: Confirmation of placement/acceptance will be sent via email no later than June 18.
To be fully enrolled, students will need to provide a document from each of the categories below to confirm their eligibility:
All students must bring their school-issued Chromebooks each day.
Who is eligible to participate in the Young Entrepreneurs program?
The program is open to School District of Philadelphia students who are currently in 8th grade (entering 9th grade in Fall 2026). It is designed to help students develop real-world business skills while strengthening their Math and English Language Arts abilities.
What will students learn and gain from this program?
Students will learn essential entrepreneurial skills, including business planning, financial literacy, marketing, and problem-solving. They will also earn externship hours, which may count as Act 158 graduation artifacts for Pathways 4 & 5.
How long is the program, and what is the time commitment?
The program is a 5-week program that runs during the summer (June 22-July 23). Students should expect a combination of engaging hands-on activities, workshops, and potential externship experiences that provide practical business knowledge and skills.
If I don’t have a Social Security Number, can I participate?
Unfortunately, since we are a program in partnership with C2L-PHL, all students will need a Social Security number to complete their application.
Questions?
Email ye@philasd.org
Students will gain an entrepreneurial mindset in this five-week program. They will gain the skills needed to start a business by learning the integral skills needed when becoming an entrepreneur.
NOTE: Students will need a Chromebook for this program.
Students will learn concepts such as:
Program Dates:
Monday, June 22 – Thursday, July 23
Program Hours:
Monday-Thursday, 8:15am-1:30pm (In-Person)
Friday, 9:00am-1:30pm (In-Person)
Registration Form opens: Week of March 16th
Registration closes: April 30th
Notification of Acceptance: Acceptance will be completed on a first-come, first-serve basis (after completing all parts of the application process). Confirmation of placement/acceptance will be sent via email no later than June 18.
Access application information HERE or apply directly in the C2L-PHL application portal HERE.
To be fully enrolled, students will need to provide a document from each of the categories below to confirm their eligibility:
*Additional documents may be needed in some cases.
Benjamin Franklin High School
550 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19130
If I don’t have a Social Security Number, can I participate?
Unfortunately, since we are a program in partnership with C2L-PHL, all students will need a Social Security Number in order to complete their application.
Why does Friday have a different schedule?
Students will be with their instructors from Monday through Thursday, whereas Fridays will be dedicated to College and Career Readiness trips to expose our students to different pathways toward entrepreneurship.
Questions?
Email startupedu@philasd.org
The Office of Pathways to Graduation and its partners will offer several CareerPrep Internships, Externships, and Service Learning opportunities this summer. The goal of the District’s career preparation programming is to provide students with the opportunity to connect academic and technical skills to real-world settings. All of the experiences vary in requirements.
The majority of the experiences are available for students in grades 9 – 12. However, there are many opportunities for students ages 12 and up.
Program Days & Dates:
Dates will vary based on program design.
Programs range from Tuesday, June 24 – Friday, August 1
Program Hours:
Monday – Friday
8:30am – 12:30pm (some program times may vary based on individual opportunities)
Locations vary throughout the City of Philadelphia based upon internship/externship experience.
School District of Philadelphia
440 N. Broad Street
Philadelphia PA 19103
Note: Registration requirements vary by program.
Notification of Acceptance: Confirmation of placement/acceptance will be sent via no later than June 2, 2025
For some programs students must bring their school-issued chromebooks each day.
A directory of experiences can be found here. Please note: this is updated on a consistent basis and will only include the experiences that are accepting applications.
A select number of scholarships will be available for the UPenn Carey School of Law Pre-College Academy. These scholarships cover all program fees, housing, meals while on campus, and most activities and trips associated with the program. The scholarship does not cover expenses associated with travel to and from the Law School campus in Philadelphia.
Questions?
Email collegeandcareer@philasd.org
The School District of Philadelphia, through the Office of Career & Technical Education (CTE), is offering summer employment and enrichment opportunities for School District of Philadelphia CTE students. This program is an extension of the CTE curriculum. Students in this program will gain valuable work experience and develop practical skills that can be used in their future careers.
Program Days & Dates:
Dates vary by industry from Monday, Jun 15 through Friday, August 14
Program Hours:
Days: Monday – Friday
Times: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (program hours will vary from 4-6 hours per day)
Locations vary throughout the City of Philadelphia based upon industry opportunity, in addition to at the following School District of Philadelphia sites:
Constance E. Clayton Education Center (Central Office)
440 N Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19130
Randolph High School
3101 Henry Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19129
WB Saul High School
7100 Henry Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19128
West Philadelphia High School
4901 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19139
Fox Chase Farm
8500 Pine Road
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Various industry partnersite locations throughout the city.
CTE employment opportunities are byinvite only.
Please speak to CTE teacher, CTE Career Awareness or Industry Development Specialist for a list of available opportunities.
Notification of Acceptance: Confirmation of placement/acceptance will be sent via no later than May 22.
CTE students will be provided meaningful work-based learning and academic enrichment experiences designed to build upon technical skills mastered in their respective CTE classes.
What students are eligible for this CTE employment opportunity?
Students are eligible for this opportunity if they are currently enrolled in a Career and Technical Education program and are current 10-12th grade students.
How do I know if my student is enrolled in a CTE program?
This is a list of current CTE programs throughout the district.
You can also email meagan@philasd.org with any questions regarding your student’s enrollment status.
Questions
Email meagan@philasd.org
We encourage families and students to work with their counselor or roster chair to confirm which courses the student should complete in Summer School.
Program Dates: Monday, June 22 – Thursday, July 23
Program Hours: 8:15am – 1:30pm
Graduation: Coming soon!
Registration Opens: Schools will register eligible students and coordinate location/course information with families between May 11 – June 3
Notification of Acceptance: Confirmation of placement/acceptance will be sent by email no later than June 12
Please review the Summer School Attendance policy here.
Benjamin Franklin High School
550 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19130
Philadelphia High School for Girls
1400 W Olney Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19141
Edison High School
151 W Luzerne St, Philadelphia, PA 19140
High School of the Future
4021 Parkside Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Northeast High School
1601 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111
What is the Summer School Attendance Policy?
Please review the Summer School Attendance policy here.
Questions
Email creditrecovery@philasd.org
This invite-only program is for English Learner students in grades 1-8 who enrolled in the District after January 1, 2025, with a current English Proficiency Level of 1.0-1.5.
Students entering 1st-8th grades:
Dates: Monday, June 22 – Friday, July 31
Days: Monday – Friday
Hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm OST
The Newcomer program is offered at various locations throughout the District. Families can refer to the feeder school list to determine which Newcomer Summer Program site they have been assigned to.
Locations of Newcomer Summer Program Sites:
The Newcomer program is offered at various locations throughout the District. Students will be enrolled in a summer program site based on their current school of enrollment. To find out which summer program site corresponds to your current school of enrollment, please click here.
Families who have eligible students in current grades Kindergarten through 7th will receive an interest form, translated in different languages. Qualified families of students will then be provided a link or packet to the City of Philadelphia’s Out-of-School (OST) service provider application (registration).
EL Points will receive a list of eligible students so that they can support families with the interest and application process. Flyer for this summer program opportunity can be accessed by clicking here.
Notification of Acceptance: Confirmation of placement/acceptance will be sent by the City of Philadelphia’s OST Service Provider.
Students will receive the materials and supplies needed to support their instructional programs at home.
How do I know if my child is eligible for the 2026 Newcomer Summer Program?
Your child is eligible if they were enrolled in the District after January 1, 2025, with an English Proficiency Level of 1.0-1.5.
Where do I go to receive assistance with registering?
See your school’s EL Point Person.
Questions
Email multilingual@philasd.org
Extended School Year (ESY) services are free special education services provided to students who require special education support and services beyond the regular 180-day school year. It is offered to ensure all eligible students receive a free appropriate public education.
The primary purpose of ESY is to maintain the progress the student made on their most critical goals and objectives during the regular school year. The ESY program is based on the student’s individual needs and typically does not include every goal and objective in the student’s IEP.
The student’s eligibility for ESY and which ESY services the student requires must be discussed at the student’s IEP Team meeting. The amount, type, and duration of services provided during ESY will depend on the student’s individual needs and are determined by the IEP Team based on data collected on the student’s skills and behaviors. ESY may include not only specially designed instruction but may also include related services such as occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, and transportation.
Program Days & Dates:
Monday, June 22 – Thursday, July 23
Program Hours:
Monday – Thursday
9:00 am – 1 :00 pm: ESY Instructional Services
The IEP Team determines eligibility and services for ESY. Please be sure to raise your concerns or questions with your child’s IEP team.
Because students participation in Extended School Year is determined by the IEP team, parent/guardian registration is not required.
Notification of Acceptance: Confirmation of placement and bus route information will be sent out via mail the week of May 26th.
How are ESY Eligibility and Services Determined?
The student’s eligibility for ESY and which ESY services the student requires must be discussed at the student’s IEP Team meeting. The amount, type, and duration of services provided during ESY will depend on the student’s individual needs and are determined by the IEP Team based on data collected on the student’s skills and behaviors. ESY may include not only specially designed instruction but may also include related services such as occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, and transportation.
Do I need to register my child if they are eligible?
No. Once the determination is documented in the IEP and the NOREP is finalized they are technically “registered”. Parents will be asked to confirm if they will be sending their child between March-May by their students IEP team.
Can my child attend ESY at their home school?
Student ESY sites are assigned by the zipcode of the address on file in SIS or if an alternative address is provided.
Can my child receive transportation?
Yes. Please let your child’s teacher/case manager know if you will need transportation for ESY.
Who do I talk to about ESY services for my child?
Reach out to your child’s IEP Team and Case Manager to discuss your child’s Eligibility.
Questions
Email esy@philasd.org
This program seeks to provide students with hands-on experience that will build professional skills and will allow students to understand the fundamentals of employment.
Students in this program will:
Program Dates: June 22nd – August 6th
Program Hours: Monday – Thursday, 10:00am – 2:00pm
Note: Dates will vary based on program design and assignments.
Orientation and Closing Workshops will be located at:
440 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19130
This program is only available to students with GEAR UP at their schools:
CoolSpeak’s Power of Youth Program is designed as an interactive and highly effective opportunity that helps students realize their leadership power and purpose.
The program features dynamic motivational speakers and an inspiring curriculum designed to cultivate the power of youth leaders.
Students in this program will:
Program Dates: Monday, June 15th – Friday, June 19th
Program Hours: Details of the daily agenda for this week will be shared with participants and guardians in a Family Information Meeting to be held in June.
Note: Dates will vary based on program design and assignments.
Program Location
Coming soon!
*Pick-up and Drop-off will happen at 440 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130*
This program is only available to students with GEAR UP at their schools:
Registration opens: Coming soon
Registration closes: Coming soon
Notification of acceptance: Confirmation of placement/acceptance will be sent via email no later than June 5.
Will my scholar get the full amount of the stipend?
Stipend amounts are awarded based on daily attendance.
Can my child bring a relative or friend?
No, the only students allowed in this program are students entering the 10th and 11th Grade at one of the GEAR UP High Schools listed here: Bartram High School, Ben Franklin High School, Edison High School, Fels High School, Frankford High School, Furness High School, Martin Luther King High School, Parkway Northwest High School, Randolph High School, Roxborough High School, South Philadelphia High School, and Strawberry Mansion High School
Does this cost anything? No, it is completely FREE!
Will I be able to contact my scholar at any time?
The days are packed with fun and exciting learning moments for the students, and at times, they may not be able to answer a call or text. A lead SDP coordinator can be reached at any time should a family need to contact a scholar.
Questions?
Email ihoskins@philasd.org
The Senior Year Only Program seeks to prepare high school seniors for both college AND career by connecting classroom learning with real-world applications in the workplace. Students enrolled in S.Y.O.P. will either take classes on campus at Community College of Philadelphia or Temple University. These opportunities give students a jump-start on a college career and provide exposure to more rigorous coursework in preparation for academic success.
For more information about dates, times, locations, and applications, please visit the Postsecondary Readiness page!
SYOP
Advanced Senior Year (ASY) at CCP
Dual Enrollment Programs occur at
Acadia University
Harrisburg University
LaSalle University (Early Achievement Program – LEAP)
St Joseph
Temple Education Scholars at Temple(TES)
West Chester University
Advanced Senior Year (ASY)
Students who will earn at least 17.5 quality credits by the end of junior year are eligible to apply.
Students must obtain a qualifying score on the Accuplacer exam.
Temple Education Scholars
Temple Education Scholars participants must have a 3.0 GPA or higher through their Junior year of high school.
Registration (coming soon)
Registration opens:
Registration closes:
To register, you will need to complete the application: Application Link
What You’ll Need to Register
Notification of Acceptance
Acceptance will be completed on a first-come, first-serve basis (after completing all parts of the application process. Confirmation of placement for the University will be sent via email no later than June 13.
Advanced Senior Year (ASY) at CCP
Morning check in and breakfast – Parkway Center City Middle College
Class on the campus of Community College of Philadelphia
Temple Education Scholars (TES)
Ritter Hall Room 310A (1301 Cecil B. Moore Avenue
SYOP
Advanced Senior Year (ASY) at CCP
Temple Education Scholars (TES)
Arcadia University
LaSalle University
Harrisburg University
ENGL 105 College Composition
MATH 120 College Algebra
COMM 110 Speech
West Chester University
What is a summer Dual Enrollment course?
Can I take more than one Dual Enrollment course during the summer?
Are summer Dual Enrollment courses online or in person?
Do these courses count toward my high school graduation requirements?
Still have questions? Email syop@philasd.org
Questions?
Email syop@philasd.org or dualenrollment@philasd.org
FSLA is a free, five-week summer program for rising 1st through 3rd-grade scholars. It strengthens reading skills while building confidence, cultural pride, and a lifelong love of learning.
Hosted at four District schools, with a virtual option available for families who prefer remote learning. All SDP scholars are welcome, and parents, guardians, or caregivers can choose the location or format that works best for them.
FSLA is more than a literacy program — it’s a joyful, caring community that nurtures the whole child. Join a village that believes in your scholar’s brilliance. Enroll today — space is limited!
Summer Programs are opportunities for each student at every grade level to enroll in a free, high-quality summer learning program that mixes academic and enrichment activities. Research shows that summer learning programs have positive effects on student achievement, help students achieve learning gains, and provide students with social and emotional support.
The District is offering multiple summer opportunities for rising SDP K-12 students, varying in time frame and daily activities. There are various programs based on grade and credentials, which is included in each program description listed on our website.
All School District of Philadelphia public school students entering grades K – 12 are eligible to participate in programming. ESY is being offered to all students who are eligible for participation.
Charter, Parochial and private school students should check with their schools for available summer programs or search for an available summer program here.
Eligibility for specific programs varies by student need and interest. Families and school teams will receive information regarding each program in order to determine the program that best fits their student needs.
Completing the registration form allows the various program staff to identify your interest in the program. Families will receive confirmation on a rolling first come, first serve, based on availability staff capacity, availability of space, and review of student eligibility for most programs by June 1st.
All programs are in-person with the exception of the Summer Kindergarten Transition Program which is virtual.
Schedules vary per program. Please visit the programs above for specific times.
No – Summer Programs will not operate on July 4th in observance of Independence Day.
Yes, students attending in-person programs at School District of Philadelphia buildings will receive breakfast and lunch at each summer site.
Basic supplies are provided for all summer program participants. Some programs may require the use of a Chromebook. To determine if your summer program requires a Chromebook, please check the program’s webpage.
The schedule for each of the programs only allows students to participate in one option at a time.
The 2025 Summer Credit Recovery Program is ONLY open to students who meet the following criteria:
– Currently enrolled School District of Philadelphia High School students who are going into 10th, 11th or 12th grade and have failed a course in previous years which are needed to meet graduation requirements.
– Current 12th grade students who have failed a core course during any previous years or in the current year which are needed to meet graduation requirements.
No. Families will be notified that their student has been registered for Summer School. If you are unsure of your student’s status and if they need Summer School, please reach out to your child’s school.
Yes, Summer School can be initiated by a parent. Families and students will be better prepared to make decisions about what courses students need for Summer School if they work with the school counselor or roster chair for registration in the program.
Students may earn up to 2 credits in Summer School. Enrollment into two courses is contingent upon staff capacity at each location.
Current Seniors can also earn credit for a Multi-Disciplinary Project and/or Act 158 Evidence if needed to meet graduation requirements.
The District is doing its best to match interested students with available space and teachers.
Completing a registration form does not guarantee admission. Notifications of final enrollment will be sent on a rolling basis, by June 1, for most programs. Please see the details for each program description.
Staffing: contact us HERE
Contact the program you have questions about:
Communications: HERE
Yes. Opportunities can be found HERE (employee login will be required).
Staffing: Contact us HERE
ESY: Contact your Child’s special education teacher and/or SPECM
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