Dates: July 2nd – July 26th, July 29th – August 23rd

SLI The Sidney Ledson School’s Preschool Summer Program offers preschoolers, ages 2 to 4 years, the best of the Ledson Reading and Learning methods in successfully introducing our youngest students to the world of learning. Children learn foundation Math and English in group seatwork and learn to read through one-on-one instruction. For Carpet Time, campers engage in guided group discussions to expand their knowledge of the physical world. Carpet Time also provides social interaction while they actively participate in story time, music, crafts, show and tell, and physical activities. (cap at 5 students)

Please note that preschoolers have to meet camp eligibility requirements:

• They must display the ability to follow and comply with teacher instruction.
• They must be potty-trained or 90% there.

The Kindergarten program for 4 and 5 year olds is a fully in-person academic camp offering campers an introduction and advancement in academic subjects based on individual learning levels. Campers are introduced to curriculum Math and English subjects to give them a head start on grade-level learning for the upcoming school year. They learn to read through one-on-one instruction and build on critical thinking skills through various literary texts. STEM subjects are introduced to this group at a beginner level through simplified Coding exercises. For Carpet Time, students actively participate in group discussions on a variety of subjects including but not exclusive to Science, History, Story Telling, Character Skills, Life Skills, and International Themes. Kindergarten students participate in themed weekly workshops instructed for their age group. Campers enjoy both structured and free outdoor activities such as team games, hiking, drama, and art. Students enjoy a structured Phys Ed program as well as free outdoor play.

Campers will have an opportunity for an enriched learning experience in core curriculum subjects, integrated with instruction in relevant STEM topics that are selected each year by our experienced curriculum development team. Campers will learn how they can use English, Math, and Research skills to bridge creative writing and profit, to build and present an informed opinion, to budget and invest wisely, as well as to extend their knowledge to learn the ABCs of widely used programming tools that have become essential in every industry. Besides the opportunity to progress in their curriculum subjects (English and Math) for an advantage before the next academic year, campers will explore advanced STEM subjects that are broken down to engage their grade level. Running for four 2-week themed sessions, from July 2nd to August 23rd (9:00 am to 12:00 pm), campers will have an introduction to Short Story Publishing, Debate based on Current Events Research, Financial Literacy (Personal Budgeting, Entrepreneurship, and Investments) and Computer Science (Data Analysis using Python Programming and template-based Website Development). Every two weeks, continuing participants will get to build on their published story collection, entrepreneurial ventures, and financial portfolios started in earlier weeks, while preparing to take a position to debate a current events topic for every session. The afternoon session offers campers a unique experience through themed workshops and activities in learning about Art, Architecture and Engineering, Animals, Sciences, Science Mystery, and Magic. Campers research and investigate themed topics, get innovative and creative in expressing what they have learned, work in teams for themed projects, and build their confidence in public speaking and presentation of their work. Campers engage in both team sports and physical activities as well as enjoy the social interaction and the natural environment as they hike with friends.

The Exam Prep Program is an in-person eight-week Exam Prep course in the summer, followed by an integrated Academic-SSAT/ISEE Fall prep program for SLI students or a weekend SSAT/ISEE Fall Prep program for external students. This prep course is offered to students who are currently in Grade 5 and Grade 7, seeking admission to much-sought private schools, and are planning to write their SSAT/ISEE in the Fall / Winter of 2024. Contact the school for details. (cap 12 students)

Campers from Grades 1 to 6 are required to bring their own laptops with a functioning mic, webcam, and Chrome browser installed (a gmail.com email address is required for access). The laptops are needed for STEM, coding, research, and online participation in case campers are unable to attend due to contracting / developing symptoms of COVID-19.

Campers may register for single weeks or double-week sessions. Please note: STEM projects are completed over a two-week session, as per the Summer schedule.

SLI is pleased to offer campers the option of a pre-ordered lunch through Lunchbox, an ordering platform for schools, connecting parents to various vendors / suppliers. Parents will have the option to place a lunch order for their child for three days of the week i.e. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The food items are catered by popular vendors such as Subway, Mr. Greek, and Pizza Pizza, and are reasonably priced (prices indicated include tax and delivery). Lunches would be delivered between 11:45 am and 12:00 pm. To view the menu and prices, you would need to register your child by creating an account on www.lunchboxorders.net (this will require student info only). Please see the How-to-Order Guide for instructions on placing an order. To pre-order for the week ahead, you would need to place your orders by 12:00 pm the Sunday before.

Please note that the cost of the Lunch Program is not covered in the summer registration fees to SLI The Sidney Ledson School and payment should be made to Lunchbox directly.

The provision of this service and sustenance of this lunch program is conditional upon sufficient meal orders from our school.

Applicants may complete and submit the SLI Summer Camp 2024 Sign Up Form here.