Courses
July 7th-31st
Summer enrichment classes provide students the opportunity to explore other interests while continuing to emphasize reading, writing, and math skills. These courses are offered to all students entering grades 5K-9 in the fall of 2025.
- All courses are held between 8:30-11:30 a.m. at Wisconsin Dells High School, 1505 Brew Farm Road, Wisconsin Dells, WI. 53965
- Free breakfast will be served from 8:05-8:25a.m. and free lunch will be served from 11:35-11:55 each day. **Students eating lunch will need to remain at the school while they eat. **
- Each course runs Monday-Thursday for four weeks.
Registration will be online. Please check the email you provided to the district for a link located in principal newsletters to fill out a registration form for 2025 Summer School. It has also been sent out via Blackboard, Talking Points, and it’s posted on social media. Those forms will be due on Wednesday, May 14th, 2025. Course selection will be live in Skyward Family Access beginning Monday, May 19th . Course selection is on a first-come, first served basis and will close once a course is filled. Course selection will close on Friday, May 30th, 2025.
**No late registrations/course selections will be accepted.
If you are having difficulty filling out the registration form or scheduling classes, please contact Brooke Scott at 608-253-2467 xt. 2195 or email at: bscott@sdwd.k12.wi.us
School doors will not open until 8:05 am. Drop-off earlier may not ensure supervision while they wait for their class to begin. Please be considerate of our staff and pick up your child no later than 11:55 am.
DRESS AND CONDUCT
Students are expected to follow the same standards of dress and conduct as outlined in the SDWD handbooks. Failure to demonstrate proper dress and conduct during summer school may result in a student's removal.
*BUS TRANSPORTATION
Busing is available at pick-up locations noted on the attached transportation form.
Please Note: Students utilizing summer school transportation are required to comply with Board policy and bus safety expectations. Failure to meet these expectations may result in a student’s riding privileges being suspended. For specific busing information, please contact Rob Christian at: (608) 254-8783 or e-mail at rchristian@sdwd.k12.wi.us
2025 Summer Enrichment Courses
July 7th- 31st 2025
Monday-Thursday each week
Kindergarten Camp! (All morning, 8:30-11:30)
Grade: 5K
This course is for children entering the 5-year-old Kindergarten class in the Fall of 2025. Children will learn about the world around them through play, literature, songs, crafts, and hands-on activities.
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1st Grade Readiness (All morning, 8:30-11:30)
Grade: 1
This course is for children entering 1st grade in the fall of 2025. Let's get ready for First Grade! We will practice reading, writing, solving problems, playing games, and experimenting—all while having fun learning.
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2nd Grade Readiness “Dino Adventures” (90 mins) (2 sections)
Grade: 2
Girls and Boys, the adventure begins! Travel back to a "Land Before Time!" Read, write, get crafty, and have a lot of fun as you get ready to become NEW 2nd graders, alongside your mischievous classroom companions, the Dinosaur Gang! Find out just how exciting learning can be!
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Peachie Speechies (90 mins)
Grades: 1-3
In this class, we will combine fun movement activities with the development of speech and language skills, such as answering comprehension questions after reading stories, understanding basic concepts, practicing phonological awareness skills, working on letters and speech sounds, and more!
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Imagination Station (90 mins)
Grades: 1-3
In this class we will practice our writing and storytelling skills by creating our own stories, poems, and artwork! Together we will share our work with peers, the whole class, and families to develop expressive language skills. Students will be invited to ask each other questions, share adventurous stories, problem-solve social scenarios, and more!
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Smart Art (90 mins)
Grade: 2-3
Are you ready to create art that demonstrates your thinking? Let your creative thinking shine while working on art projects that are directly connected to solving math problems, reading to develop new ideas, creating your own stories, and building on your science knowledge.
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Learning with Legos (90 mins)
Grades: 2-3
Build, read, and solve with Legos! In this 90-minute hands-on class, students will enhance their reading and math skills through engaging Lego-based activities. Each session blends imaginative play with purposeful learning—kids will dive into Lego-themed stories to practice reading comprehension, vocabulary, and sequencing. Then, they’ll apply math skills addition, subtraction, multiplication, and fractions, to complete exciting building challenges. Through teamwork, storytelling, and problem-solving, students will develop literacy and numeracy skills in a fun, engaging environment where learning truly takes hold!
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Math Games (90 mins)
Grade: 3
Keep your math skills sharp this summer by playing math games and completing workplaces. Practice math skills while having a great time with friends! Students will be challenged with addition, subtraction, multiplication, geometry, money, and measurements while playing engaging math games. This is a fantastic way to build confidence in math, stay ready for 3rd grade, and have fun learning!
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Legos and Learning (90 mins)
Grades: 3-4
Build, read, and solve with Legos! In this 90-minute hands-on class, students will enhance their reading and math skills through engaging Lego-based activities. Each session blends imaginative play with purposeful learning—kids will dive into Lego-themed stories to practice reading comprehension, vocabulary, and sequencing. Then, they’ll apply math skills addition, subtraction, multiplication, and fractions, to complete exciting building challenges. Through teamwork, storytelling, and problem-solving, students will develop literacy and numeracy skills in a fun, engaging environment where learning truly takes hold!
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Energize Everything! (90 mins)
Grades: 3-5
Get ready to read, write, and create energy! In this class we will learn about different types of energy, how energy is transferred, and why it is important to our everyday lives. Students will read nonfiction articles and write paragraphs to support the ideas that they learn about. Each class period students will also engage in a science lesson to learn about how energy is transferred to support their reading and writing. Students will create a device to demonstrate how energy does not go away, but moves from object to object at the end of the course.
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Wonders of Writing (90 mins)
Grades 4-6
Writing is wonderful! In this course, your student will engage in a different type of writing each week. Students will explore topics that are important to them while learning to write narrative stories, opinion pieces, informational topics, and even poetry! Students will use the world around them to describe and communicate ideas in creative ways! Join this course to learn how writing can truly be wonderful!
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Math Gone Wild (90 mins) (2 sections)
Grades 3-5
Math Gone Wild is a summer school class where hands-on adventure will have students playing math games in nature, using trees, rocks, and even the sun to explore numbers, patterns, and geometry. From measuring tree heights to solving scavenger hunt math puzzles, kids will develop problem-solving skills while enjoying the fresh air. Get ready to move, explore, and discover the magic of math all around us!
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Board Games Bonanza (90 mins)
Grades 3-5
Join us for an exciting summer of learning through play in our "Board Game Bonanza" class! Geared toward incoming 3rd to 5th graders, this course blends board games with essential reading and math skills.
Students will dive into a variety of engaging board games. Through gameplay, they will enhance reading comprehension, math proficiency, and critical thinking.
This interactive class fosters collaboration and problem-solving while igniting a passion for learning. Don't miss out on the fun and educational adventure of Board Game Bonanza!
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World Explorers (90 mins)
Grades 3-5
Welcome to World Explorers. In this class, we will learn about different countries all over the world! We will learn about the culture, history, wildlife, and landmarks on each of the world's continents!
Week 1: Africa
Week 2: South America
Week 3: North America
Week 4: Europe / Australia / Antarctica / Asia
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Science of Summer (90 mins) (2 sections)
Grades 4-5
Students will dive into summer by exploring the science behind observations and events related to summer months. Topics will include severe weather, nature observations (including insects and native trees), owl pellets, sunburn and sunscreen, and water slides. The class will be inquiry-based, hands-on, and a combination of indoor and outdoor activities.
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Summer Book Club Adventure (90 mins) (2 sections)
Grades 4-9
Read. Snack. Discuss. Repeat!
Looking for a fun and relaxed way to spend your summer mornings? Join our Summer Book Club Adventure—a course designed for curious minds who love a good story (and a good snack!).
In this exciting class, we’ll dive into awesome books together, share our thoughts, and explore different perspectives through fun and friendly discussions. You’ll get the chance to express your ideas, connect with classmates over shared stories, and grow as a reader and writer—all while enjoying a tasty snack each day!
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Board Games Bonanza II (90 mins)
Grades 6-9
Join us for an exciting summer of learning through play in our "Board Game Bonanza" class! Geared toward incoming 6th-9th graders, this course blends board games with essential reading and math skills.
Students will play a variety of engaging board games. Through gameplay, they will enhance their reading comprehension, math proficiency, and critical thinking.
This interactive class fosters collaboration and problem-solving while igniting a passion for learning. Don't miss out on the fun and educational adventure of Board Game Bonanza!
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Explore the World (90 mins)
Grades 6-9
Welcome to World Explorers. In this class, we will learn about different countries all over the world! We will learn about the culture, history, wildlife, and landmarks on each of the world's continents!
Week 1: Africa
Week 2: South America
Week 3: North America
Week 4: Europe / Australia / Antarctica / Asia
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Marvelous Mathematics! (90 mins) (2 sections)
Grades: 6-9
Get ready to put your hands to work! In this enrichment course, we will focus on hands-on activities designed to keep your math mind in tip-top shape this summer. Topics include line design/string art, compass creations, origami, candy bar math, logic puzzles, geometric puzzles, and experiments with probability!
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Math/STEM Magical Mystery Tour (90 mins) (2 sections)
Grades: 6-9
Embark on a thrilling journey through Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) this summer! This 4-week program will offer a good mix of foundational skills, hands-on activities, and real-world applications. By the end of the session, students should feel more confident with core middle school math concepts. Join us for an unforgettable exploration of STEM wonders and unleash your potential!
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Science for English Learners (90 mins)
Grades: 2-4 English Language Learners Only
Learn and explore some fun and interesting science topics this summer! We will learn about birds, plants, animals, and more! Students can come up with ideas about topics they are interested in as well, and hopefully we can learn even more about those topics. We will be speaking, listening, reading, and writing all about science in a fun and engaging class that will work on our vocabulary while we have fun!
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Social Studies for English Learners (90 mins)
Grades: 2-4 English Language Learners Only
Learn and explore some fun and interesting social studies topics this summer! We will learn about places around the world, famous people, important holidays, and more. Students can come up with ideas about topics they are interested in as well, and hopefully we can learn even more about those topics! We will be speaking, listening, reading, and writing all about social studies in a fun and engaging class that will work on our vocabulary while we have fun!
Below are the bus pickup and drop-off locations. The bus will only pick up and drop off from the locations listed below. (times are subject to change)
