Summer Resources 2026
June & July 2026
San Juan Unified School District Summer Events
San Juan Unified School District Summer Events
Community Care Hub
Friday, June 12
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
at Whitney Elementary School
4248 Whitney Ave, Sacramento
Family friendly activities with Superior Sports & Whitney PTO
Robotics/Battle Bots, STEM Challenge, GardeningFree emergency food boxes and diaper distribution
Learning materials
Indoor resource fair:
CalRecycle, Preventions, CA State Parks, Special Education, Early Childhood Education/Preschool, Adult Education, Preventions, Dignity Health Injury Prevention, Sacramento Library, Middle Tree Tutoring, Free Books for Kids, Community Healthworks, River Oaks, Sacramento Native American Health Center and more!
Registration not required.
Family Fun Friday
Friday, June 26
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Sacramento Bar Park
3936 Pennsylvania Ave, Fair Oaks
Nature exploration activities with Sierra Nevada Journeys
Team building activities
Student activity bag and snacks provided
Registration not required.
United for Learning World Cup Family Event
Tuesday, July 14
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Ralph Richardson Center
4848 Cottage Way, Carmichael
Soccer activities for all ages
World Cup Semifinal Game watch
Learning stations
Back to school readiness information and resources
Registration not required.
Back to School Fair
Friday, July 31
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
El Camino High School
4300 El Camino Ave, Sacramento
2 free backpacks with school supplies per family
Free emergency food boxes and diaper distribution
Learning materials
Hot Dog lunch (veggie dogs available)
Indoor resource fair:
San Juan Unified School District Departments: Special Education, Early Childhood Education/Preschool, Adult Education, Health Services, Preventions, Nutrition Services.
Community Organizations: Middle Tree Tutoring, Free Books for Kids, Community Healthworks, River Oak Center, Sacramento Native American Health Center, Dignity Health Accident Prevention, California State Parks, Sacramento County Public Health, Sacramento Public Library and more!
Registration not required. Items available while supplies last for the first 250 families.
Summer Programs - San Juan Unified School District
Summer Meals
Summer Meals
Summer Meals
San Juan Unified School District is offering summer meals. All children 18 years of age and younger can enjoy free meals at any of the locations listed. June 22 - July 17, 2026
Meals MUST be consumed on site
No income requirements
No enrollment requirements
No paperwork to complete
No service June 19 or July 3 (holidays)
For more information, call (916) 979-8966
Will Rogers Middle School
4924 Dewey Drive
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
8:15 - 8:30 a.m.
11:15 - 11:45 a.m.
Greer Elementary School
1300 Bell Street
Sacramento, CA 95825
8 - 8:15 a.m.
11 - 11:30 a.m.
Grand Oaks Elementary School
7901 Rosswood Drive
Citrus Heights, CA 95621
8 - 8:15 a.m.
11 - 11:30 a.m.
Food Resources
Food Resources
FOOD RESOURCES
San Juan Central Food Closet:
The San Juan Unified food closet is located at the Central Enrollment Center (3700 Garfield Ave. in Carmichael) and serves families, staff and community who are in need of non-perishable food items.
Hours:
Open year round, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Closed on non-school days and holidays.
Community Food Resources
The resources listed below are not a program of the San Juan Unified School District and San Juan accepts no liability or responsibility for these programs.
River City Food Bank
Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services
Lunch at the Library
211 Sacramento-
Food Services, holiday supports and more! - Updated weekly
www.211sacramento.org
USDA Meal Finder
USDAMealFinder
Find more summer meal sites in your community with the Summer Meal Site Finder mapping tool. You can also text “Summer Meals” to 914-342-7744 or call 1-866-348-6479 to find a site near you.
This project was supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
SUN Bucks Program
SUN Bucks Program
Summer2026SUNBucksProgram
California’s Summer EBT program, also known as SUN Bucks, provides $120 per eligible child to help families buy food during the summer when school is out. Most eligible students get SUN Bucks automatically. Other families must apply for SUN Bucks benefits at their child's school. For more information about who is eligible, go to https://www.cdss.ca.gov/sun-bucks.
Parents who wish to apply must complete the Universal Benefits Application (or UBA) form found in the Parent Portal. If schools receive questions about this process, please direct families to complete the application on the Parent Portal.
Access the Sun Bucks 2025-26 Parent Instructions.
If you have any additional questions, please reach out to Educational Services by contacting Monica Ottaway or Harvey Oaxaca.
Financial Relief
Financial Relief
World Financial Relief
World Relief is partnering with Sacramento Employment and Training Agency (SETA) to offer one-time emergency financial assistance for refugee/immigrant communities experiencing hardship.COVERED NEEDS under this program include eviction avoidance, first month rent payments, gas, grocery gift cards, clothing, etc.
ELIGIBILITY
-Sacramento County Residents Only
-Refugees and all other immigrants, including asylum seekers and the undocumented
-Must Provide Proof of Need (Late notice for rent, CalFresh denial letter, etc.)
For questions or assistance,contact World Relief at sacsupport@wr.org
Summer Learning Resources at Home
Summer Learning
Free Online Materials and Resources
MATH/READING/SCIENCE
Khan Academy
PBS Kids
ABCya
Starfall
Mystery Science
PE
GoNoodle
Cosmic Kids
Exercise
Workouts For Kids
MUSIC
Chrome Music Lab
Classics for Kids
ART
Art for Kids hub
Coloring and Creating
FUN and RELAXING
Puzzles and Games
Mindfulness
Library Summer Learning Fun
Library Summer Learning Fun!
Library Summer Learning Fun! Check out all the terrific summer learning fun and supports that our wonderful partners from the Sacramento Public Library have in store for our students, families, staff and community! Learn more about the resources below at saclibrary.org
Summer Reading Challenge
Join Sacramento Public Library for the Summer Reading Challenge June 1 - August 1.
Get started at www.saclibrary.org/summer.
Join our Summer Reading challenge and read anything you want – books, ebooks, graphic novels,
magazines, audiobooks – it all counts. Log your reading and complete activities to earn badges and
prizes.
How it works:
1. Sign up or log into Beanstack.
2. Join our Summer Reading challenge in Beanstack starting June 1.
3. Read what you love and log your reading.
4. Complete activities to earn badges.
5. Earn prizes for reading.
Lunch at the Library
Lunch at the Library
Lunch at the Library
This summer Lunch at the Library is back! Fuel your summer with free, meals for kids when school is out. Starting June 16 through August 7, meals will be served at 13 library locations Tuesday through Friday from 12 – 1 p.m.
No registration required. Drop-ins welcome.
Eligibility documentation is not required.
Meals provided for free to all children 18 years and younger who are present onsite.
Lunch must be eaten at the library.
Look for signage at the library or meeting room entrance.
Meal locations
Meals will be available at 13 locations: Arcade, Carmichael, Colonial Heights, Del Paso Heights, Elk Grove*, Fair Oaks, North Highlands-Antelope, Rancho Cordova, Rio Linda, Southgate, South Natomas, Sylvan Oaks, and Valley Hi-North Laguna. Dates and locations are subject to change.
*Elk Grove Library will serve lunch June 16 – July 24 due to a planned branch closure.
Paid Teen Positions at the Library
Paid Teen Positions
Paid position for teens
Teens ages 14 to 19 can apply now to be a Lunch at the Library Program Coordinator. Teens will assist with room setup, meal service, and clean up, train and assign volunteers to do designated tasks, and record and submit program information.
If selected, Program Coordinators will serve 50 hours from mid-June to early August and receive a $1,000 scholarship at the end of the program.
Applications are open to the first 100 people for each location, and close May 4, or when the maximum submissions are received.
Teens can apply at https://www.surveyhero.com/c/LATL26
Library Specialty Check Outs
Specialty Checkouts
Specialty Checkouts
Did you know that the library has something called "Specialty Checkouts" that include a TON of super-cool items that you and your family can borrow to add some fun to your summer? Specialty checkouts help you start your own garden, power wash the walkway to it, and then celebrate your hard work by playing your favorite game or visiting a local museum. Library card holders can checkout up to 5 board games, 5 video games, 1 book club in a box, 2 Library of Things items, and 1 museum pass-- absolutely FREE! Visit https://www.saclibrary.org/Books-Media/Specialty-Checkouts for more details!
Supports at the Library
Supports at the Library
A Wide Variety of Supports
The library is much more than just books! Did you know that they have an entire Educational Resource section where you can find job coaching, career development, GED support, Citizenship services, adult education, health literacy, geneology assistance, makerspaces, writer's corners, early learning, and more! Check it out at https://www.saclibrary.org/education
Park Events and Camps Around Town
Park Events and Camps
Park Events and Camps
www.cityofsacramento.org/ParksandRec/Recreation/Access-Leisure
Top Things to Do in Sacramento This Summer With Kids - Sactown Supermom
Big Trucks Summer in Roseville: What to Know Before You Go - Sactown Supermom
4th of July 2026 in Elk Grove | Fireworks & Activities Guide | Explore Elk Grove
The Northern California Institute of Golf Junior Programs - Haggin Oaks
City of Roseville - Concerts in the park
Sammy's Star Search & Summer Concert Series | Cosumnes CSD | Elk Grove & Galt, CA
Adaptive/Inclusive Sports Programs
Challenge Sports: www.challengesports.org
Achieve Tahoe Outdoor Adventure: www.achievetahoe.org
First Tee: firstteesacramento.org/programs/programs-for-individuals-with-disabilities/
Top Soccer: folsomlakesoccerleague.org/topsoccer/
Recreation.gov - 4th Grade Passes
Pool and Aquatic Centers
Pools & Aquatic Centers
Arden Manor Aquatics Daily admission fees: $5 per person; Go to https://www.amrpd.org for additional information.
Arden Park Aquatics Daily admission fees: $5 for all ages; $3 wading pool. Go to https://www.aprpd.org/aquatics for additional information.
Cameron Park Aquatics Center and Lake Daily admission fees vary based on location, age, and time. Go to https://www.cameronpark.org for additional information.
Cordova Aquatics Daily admission fees vary based on location. Go to https://www.cordovarpd.gov/182/Pools for additional information.
Cosumnes Aquatics Daily admission fees vary based on location. Go to https://www.cosumnescsd.gov/197/Aquatics for additional information.
Folsom Aquatic Center Daily admission fees: $10; Children 2 and under are free. Go to https://www.folsom.ca.us/government/parks-recreation/facilities/aquatic-center for additional information.
Fulton El Camino Aquatics Daily admission fees: $5 for all ages. Children 2 and under are free. Go to https://www.fecrpd.com for additional information.
Roseville Aquatics Complex Daily admission fees: $78for 2+; Children under 2 free with adult admission. Go to https://www.roseville.ca.gov/prl/parks_recreation/programs_classes/aquatics.php for additional information.
Sacramento City Aquatics Daily admission fees vary based on location. Go to https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/ypce/aquatics for additional information.
Southgate Recreation Swim Daily admission fees: $6 for ages 2+, Children under 2 are free. Go to https://www.southgaterecandpark.net for additional information.
Sunrise Recreation & Park District – Antelope Aquatic Complex & Rusch Park Pool Daily admission fees: Free for 0-2; $6 for ages 3+ Individual Pass: $60; Family (4) Pass $190. Go to https://www.sunriseparks.com/2026-public-swim for additional information.
Community Resources
Community Resources
The resources listed below are not a program of the San Juan Unified School District and San Juan accepts no liability or responsibility for these programs.
We Embrace
Weembracefamilies.org
2-1-1 Sacramento
www.211sacramento.org
Sacramento Public Libraries
www.saclibrary.org
North Sacramento Family Resource Center
www.northsacfrc.org
Sacramento Children’s Home
www.kidshome.org
WarmLine Family Resource Center
www.warmlinefrc.org
La Familia Family Center
lafcc.org