The space in our summer programs is full and registration has been closed. Thank you very much for your interest and support for our programs.
We are excited to invite all Onward We Learn middle school students to sign up for our summer programs. Our programs are designed to provide a fun and engaging educational experience that will prepare students for success in high school and beyond. Our summer programs will take place at Providence College and locations throughout Rhode Island hosted by our partners. Programs will start on July 10th and go through August 4th. Our summer programs will emphasize the importance of developing foundational skills in reading, writing, and math, as well as providing opportunities for creativity and exploration. We encourage all families to take advantage of this unique opportunity to invest in their child’s future success. We look forward to seeing you this summer at Onward We Learn!
See the summer programs at Providence College below and please click here to register
See more about our programs hosted by our community partners with locations across Rhode Island below and please click here to register.
Programs at Providence College
8th Grade Skills Academy
8th Grade Skills Academy is a place to begin preparing for a strong finish to the middle school years. Students will participate in high school/college/career exploration opportunities, math and ELA skill prep, and a mini project focused on future interests.
Program dates: Week One All districts: July 10 – July 13 and Week Four All districts: July 31 – August 3
*Can only select ONE of the weeks to attend.
Program times: Monday to Thursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Program location: Providence College
Grade: Rising 8th
Notes: PC waiver required. Bus transportation and lunch will be provided daily!
F.L.Y Academy
FLY Academy is hosted by the Financial Literacy Youth (FLY) Initiative of Rhode Island and provides students with hands-on, real-world learning activities centered on the basics of understanding money and its impact on their lives.
Program dates: Week Two All districts: July 17 – July 20 and Week Three All districts: July 24 – July 27
*Can only select ONE of the weeks to attend.
Program times: Monday to Thursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Program location: Providence College
Grade: Rising 6th, 7th, & 8th
Notes: PC waiver required. Bus transportation and lunch will be provided daily!
Rhode Island Write on Sports Summer Sports Writing Camp
Onward We Learn is partnering with Rhode Island Write on Sports for a fun, 10-day sports writing camp. Students will blog, write a feature story, interview athletes, and create a 3-minute video just like on ESPN!
Program dates: July 10 – July 14 and July 17 – July 21
Program times: Monday – Thursday 9:00 am- 3:00 pm and Friday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Program location: Providence College
Grade: Rising 7th, & 8th
Notes: PC waiver required. Bus transportation and lunch will be provided daily!
Off-Site Programs
CAAP at Wheeler Camp
For the summer, CHALLENGE: Adventure Academy Program (CAAP) will be held at Wheeler Camp! Students will be able to enjoy and participate in a variety of challenges and activities that help them to explore leadership and teamwork opportunities.
Program dates: Session One for Providence: July 10 – July 14 and July 17 – July 21 and Session Two for Central Falls and Pawtucket: July 24 – July 28 and July 31 – August 4
*Can only select ONE of the sessions to attend.
Program times: Monday – Friday 9:00 am-4:00 pm
Program location: Wheeler School Summer Camp, 350 Walker St., Seekonk, MA 02771
Grade: Rising 6th, 7th & 8th
Notes: In addition to completing and submitting this form: Onward staff will send me a second, required Wheeler Camp application that I must fill out and submit for potential acceptance into the program. Students must attend ALL 10 days of programming. Bus transportation and lunch will be provided daily!
WRWC (Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council)
WRWC provides students with an opportunity to explore STEM activities working with nature. Workshops each day will include investigating water creatures, learning about native Rhode Island birds and fish, creating plant life, and more!
Program dates: Session One for Northern: July 12 & July 13 and July 19 – July 20 and Session Two for Southern: July 26 & July 27 and August 2 & August 3
Program times: Wednesday & Thursday 9:00am – 3:00pm
Program location: Wednesday site: Riverside Park 50 Aleppo St. Providence, RI. Thursday’s site: Wolf Hill Preserve, Waterview Dr. Smithfield, RI.
Grade: Rising 6th, 7th & 8th
Notes: Bus transportation and lunch will be provided daily!