Below is information regarding each of our summer learning programs. To register for any of our summer learning programs, please do so through the Online Parent Portal. If you need assistance, please email nbsummer@csdnb.org.
CREATE is in its 7th year as a summer initiative for Grade 4-5 students. It is designed to give students hands-on experiences to help improve their school engagement, especially in the areas of the Arts. Partnerships between CSDNB and Community-Based Organizations will help students connect to both their school and the larger community.
Program Dates July 10- July 28, 2023
Location/Time Chamberlain Elementary (for students whose home school is Chamberlain, Smith, or Northend); Time: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Lincoln Elementary (for students whose home school is Lincoln, Holmes, or Gaffney) Time: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Smalley Elementary (for students whose home school is Smalley, Jefferson, or Vance) Time: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM **Students who attend DiLoreto Elementary will attend at the host site for their neighborhood school.
Meals Breakfast & Lunch Provided
Cost No cost to families of students who attend CSDNB school
Transportation Bussing from your neighborhood will be provided. Students whose neighborhood school is the summer learning site will not be bussed.
Registration by invitation; registration will be via the Parent Portal of PowerSchool (40 slots per site)
Focus
• Arts & Creative Writing - A Hero’s Journey
• Arts & Creative Writing - A Hero’s Journey
• Camp-like environment - not a typical classroom environment; project-based learning
• Daily activities with both Teachers doing individual, non-traditional writing projects and Community Organizations in Arts-related fields: visual arts, theater, music, rap poetry, digital production, etc.
• Physical education
• Community Service Projects
• Hands-on activities with teachers and community providers
• Team-building, community service, and creative, imaginative fun!
• End of program Showcase of Learning
S.E.E. (Summer Enrichment Experience) is in its 12th year as a summer initiative for Elementary School students in Grades K-3. It is designed to give students an extra academic boost while also providing hands-on experiences to get them excited about learning and seeing their place in the community. Partnerships between CSDNB and Community-Based Organizations will help students connect to both their school and the larger community.
Program Dates July 10- July 28, 2023
Location Chamberlain Elementary (for students whose home school is Chamberlain, Smith, or Northend)
Lincoln Elementary (for students whose home school is Lincoln, Holmes, or Gaffney)
Smalley Elementary (for students whose home school is Smalley, Jefferson, or Vance) **DiLoreto students will be assigned to their neighborhood school and attend that school's S.E.E site.
Time 8:00 AM- 3:00 PM
Meals Breakfast & Lunch Provided
Cost No cost to families of students who attend CSDNB schools
Transportation Busing will be provided for ALL students - letters will be sent home by early July
Registration by invitation; registration will be via the Parent Portal of PowerSchool (200 slots per site)
Focus
• Small class sizes for reading, writing, and math enrichment
• Ample support staff for academic, social, and linguistic support
• Community Meeting daily to increase connection to school environment
• Hands-on learning activities with teachers and community providers
• Camp-like environment
• Community service project embedded in program
• Team-building
• End of program Showcase of Learning
What programs make up the New Britain Summer Learning Experiences?
• SEE: Grades K-3
• CREATE: Grades 4-5
When will the programs take place?
• SEE and CREATE will be held July 10 - July 28, 2023
Where will the programs be held?
• Chamberlain, Lincoln, and Smalley
How much time will my student spend engaged in online learning during the summer programming? Programs run from 8 AM - 3 PM with breakfast and lunch included. SEE and CREATE combine rich hands-on learning experiences with teachers and enrichment activities with community partners. About three hours a day is dedicated to classroom learning and three hours is dedicated to enrichment.
Why should I consider enrolling my student in summer programming? CSDNB is proud to offer high-quality summer programming and this year is no exception! We will be in-person following COVID-19 safety protocols. Keeping your child engaged and safe are our top priorities.
What do I have to do to register my child?
For ALL Programs: If your child was invited to attend summer programming, visit the Power School parent portal and open the form. Each child invited will have a separate form.
Is the program mandatory for my child?
The program is an opportunity for students to stay engaged through exciting programming. While it is not mandatory, it will help students transition back to school in Fall 2023.
What enrichment opportunities are offered through summer programming?
CSDNB’s community partners are committed to working with students during Summer 2022. Students will work with community partners in a variety of hands-on activities throughout the program. Examples of the type of opportunities that will be offered are STEM activities, physical education, art classes, Tae-kwon-do, cooking classes and lots more!
Will my student have transportation to the program?
Students who attend summer learning at their neighborhood school will not be provided transportation. All other students will be picked up and dropped off at their neighborhood schools. Parents will collect their students from the hub sites.
What materials will my child need?
Any materials your student needs will be provided to him/her at no cost to you. Students should bring their Chromebooks to the program each day and a water bottle.
What support will there be for my student and for me during Summer 2023? CSDNB teachers, paraprofessionals, behavior support assistants, nurses, community partners and other support staff will be available to support students. We pride ourselves on a low student to adult ratio so that we can give as much personalized instruction as possible.
Will there be a Summer Showcase? YES! Stay tuned for the date of the annual summer showcase where students demonstrate their learning. This takes place during the LAST week of SEE and CREATE - the week of July 24, 2023.
Who can I contact if I need additional information?
Please email nbsummer@csdnb.org with any questions about any of our New Britain Summer Learning Experiences.
Contact Information
Please look for your student’s home school and contact the person below with any questions regarding summer programming.
