The Elisabeth Morrow School’s Summer Explorations offers curiosity-driven learning with the excitement of discovery. Established more than 60 years ago, Summer Explorations’ educational programs are taught by certified, experienced teachers who enthusiastically share their passions with students and provide the perfect blend of learning and fun.
PASSIONATE EDUCATORS SHARE THEIR INTERESTS
“Our educators 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. Field trips deepen kids’ learning, while Friday afternoons feature activities ranging from carnival games to water slides.
The six-week program is open to children age 2 through the ninth grade; half- and full-day options are available. Programming for kids age 2 up to first graders is developed around a weekly theme and incorporates outdoor activities and creative projects, while kids in grades 2-6 choose from weekly workshops such as animation, science, art, coding, app design, creative writing, LEGOs, engineering, drama, music and nature exploration. Kids in grades 7–9 develop strong leadership skills through an intensive threeweek Leaders in Training program. “Our older students will develop leadership skills and earn hands-on experience by working with the younger students,” Hards says. “We hope they will go on to join our staff someday, and that they will become leaders at school and within their communities.”
MAINTAINING SKILLS WHILE EXPLORING NEW INTERESTS
Whether it’s for the youngest learners in a classroom or workshops for the older students, the school’s certified educators encourage students to follow their passions while also taking advantage of opportunities to try something new. The school partners with local businesses and vendors to offer unique, high-quality programming in everything from yoga to music to coding.
“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
