Summer Learning Academy
For students entering grades 3-5 & grades 6-8
Classes run Monday—Thursday each week on North Central’s Petoskey campus. Morning
sessions are 9 a.m.—12 p.m. Afternoon sessions are 1—4 p.m.
Students may enroll in:
- A morning class,
- An afternoon class,
- Or both during the same week.
Students enrolled in both sessions may bring a packed lunch. Staff will provide supervision and support during the lunch hour to help students transition between sessions.
Weekly tuition is $99* per participant, per class. Morning and afternoon sessions are separate classes.
See Photos From Past Years
View highlights and classroom moments from previous Summer Learning Academies.
Want to teach a class in 2027?
Do you have a skill, hobby, or area of expertise you’d love to share? We’re looking for instructors for the 2027 Summer Learning Academy.
Call Workforce and Continuing Education at 231-348-6613 to learn more about teaching opportunities.
Help A Student Attend
You can make a difference by sponsoring a student scholarship. Your gift helps students participate who might not otherwise be able to attend.
Questions? Please call the Department of Workforce and Continuing Education at 231-348-6613.
For Children Entering Grades 3, 4 and 5:
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. |
1 – 4 p.m. |
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Week of 6/22 |
Magic and More | |
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All About Art | |
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American Sign Language —CANCELED |
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Week of 6/29 |
Future Stars Acting Class | |
Week of 7/6 |
LEGO Robotics (Class 1) | |
Week of 7/13 |
Move Calm, Feel Strong (Tai Chi) | |
Week of 7/20 |
Karate for Kids | Nature Exploration Through Art |
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Kids in the Kitchen | |
Week of 7/27 |
LEGO Robotics (Class 2) | |
Week of 8/3 |
Exploring the World of Textiles | Active Adventures |
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Manufacturing Madness | |
Week of 8/10 |
Folk Dances —CANCELED | Spanish (Mi Mundo) |
Week of 8/17 |
Jr. Sleuth's Crime Lab | Introduction to Animation |
For Children Entering Grades 6, 7 and 8:
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9 a.m. – 12 p.m. |
1 – 4 p.m. |
Week of 6/22 |
Junior Gardeners Club | All About Art |
Week of 6/29 |
American Sign Language —CANCELED | Guitar Adventures |
Week of 7/6 |
LEGO Robotics (Class 1) | |
Week of 7/13 |
Move Calm, Feel Strong (Tai Chi) —CANCELED | |
Week of 7/20 |
Nature Exploration Through Art | Karate for Kids |
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Advanced Kids in the Kitchen | |
Week of 7/27 |
LEGO Robotics (Class 2) | Theatre for Everyone |
Week of 8/3 |
Active Adventures | Exploring the World of Textiles |
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Manufacturing Madness | |
Week of 8/10 |
Babysitting Certification With CPR |
Folk Dances —CANCELED |
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Spanish (¿Quién soy yo?) |
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Week of 8/17 |
Introduction to Animation | Jr. Sleuth's Crime Lab |