The Elisabeth Morrow School’s Summer Explorations offers curiosity-driven learning with the excitement of discovery. Established more than 50 years ago, Summer Explorations’ educational programs are taught by certified, experienced teachers who enthusiastically share their passions with students and know exactly how to provide the optimal blend of learning and fun.
PASSIONATE EDUCATORS SHARE THEIR INTERESTS
“Our educators love what they do and bring so much joy and excitement to the program—and we believe that lends itself to the best kind of learning for children,” says Director of Auxiliary Programs Liza Hards.
The program takes place on the school’s 14-acre campus, a certified wildlife habitat with nature trails, community gardens, a pond, a brook, playgrounds, outdoor classroom patios, a turf field and state-of-the-art science and technology labs. Creative activities and projects deepen kids’ learning and further instill a sense of wonder.
Summer Explorations is open for six weeks for children age 2 through the ninth grade; half- and full-day options are available. Programming for kids age 2 to those in first grade is developed around a weekly theme and incorporates outdoor activities and creative projects, while kids in grades 2-6 customize their experience by choosing weekly workshops such as animation, science, art, coding, app design, creative writing, LEGOs, cooking, drama, music and nature exploration. Kids in grades 7–9 develop strong leadership skills through an intensive three-week Leaders in Training program.
“Parents want their students to stay engaged and maintain the skills they’ve developed during the school year, and we do just that in a hands-on, fun and creative way,” Hards says. “Students are learning and keeping skills sharp with plenty of opportunities to collaborate, communicate and create within a supportive and caring community.”
Whether it’s for the youngest learners in a classroom or workshops for the older students, the school’s certified educators know how to encourage students to follow their passions while also taking advantage of opportunities to try something new. “We provide young people with exciting opportunities guided by our dedicated staff to learn, grow and play—with a focus on developing personal interests and making their own choices,” Hards says.
435 Lydecker St., Englewood
201-568-5566, ext. 7333
elisabethmorrow.org/summer-explorations