Summer School
July 2026
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If your child is going to be absent, please call the summer school office at 708-924-7917.
Location
Graves/HMS
Office Hours
Monday-Thursday
7:45 AM - 3:00 PM
Week 5 is in the books!
We can't believe Week 5 is already complete! It was another exciting week filled with hands-on experiments, a return visit from the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, and fun field trip.
Take a look at some of the highlights from this past week as we head into the final week of Summer School. We have lots of fun-filled activities planned, and we look forward to seeing all of our students as we finish the summer together!
Important Dates
July 13: All School Field Trip
July 16 : Field Day & Last Day of Summer School
Please check the weather each day. Students should wear shorts and gym shoes daily, and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated.
Fizzy Station & Model Magic Clay Activity
Students explored the science of chemical reactions at the Fizzy Station! They mixed different materials to observe bubbling and fizzing reactions while learning how scientists use observation and experimentation to understand changes in matter.
K-3 Bedford Park SplashPad
Grades 4-7 Energy Explosion Curiosity Station
Students participated in the Energy Explosion Curiosity Station, where they built their own catapults! This hands-on Physical Science activity helped them explore force, motion, and energy as they designed, built, and tested their catapults.
TinkRworks with Mrs. Torres– Push & Pull
In the afternoon, students in grades K–1 participated in the TinkRworks Push & Pull program. They were introduced to the basics of electronics and coding while building a tabletop bowling game. Through this activity, students discovered the effects of push and pull forces in a fun, hands-on way.
TinkRworks with Mrs. Ramirez– Pampered Plants
Students explored plant science by building their own plant monitoring system using electronics and coding. They created a light display that responded to soil and light conditions while learning how the environment affects plant growth.
TinkRworks with Mrs. Luna-TinkRsynth
Students used coding and creativity to design and program their own sound mixing boards. They explored how to create and change sounds while building their own unique instruments.
Celebrating Great Attendance
🎉 Congratulations to Our Attendance Winners! 🎉
A big congratulations to the following classrooms for their outstanding attendance this week!
- Grades K–1: Mrs. Kladis' Class
- Grades 2–3: Ms. Hosty's Class
- Grades 4–5: Ms. Vega's Class
- Grades 6–7: Ms. Kozal's Class
Keep up the great work! We look forward to another fantastic week of attendance as we finish Summer School strong!
If your child does not like the cold lunch being served, please pack an extra snack.
Reminders
Children should wear gym shoes every day. Please send a water bottle, a healthy snack, and a backpack containing your child's device and charger each day.
Dress for the Weather
Arrival Procedures
For car rider families using the drop-off lane, children should exit on the left side of the car.
AM Session
8:00 AM K-7th Grade Entrance:
- car riders door #2
- walkers door #4
- bus students door #9 (back of school)
PM Session starts
11:30 AM K-7th Entrance:
- car riders door #9 (back of school)
- walkers door #9
- bus students door #9
If your child wants to eat lunch at school, please arrive at 11:20 AM.
Departure Procedures
Students are dismissed at 11:00 AM or 2:30 PM, please arrange for students to be picked-up promptly at school or bus stop.
AM Session
- 11:00 AM
- K-5 Dismissal: DOOR #4
- 6-7 Dismissal: DOOR# 5
PM Session
- 2:30 PM
- K-2 Dismissal: DOOR #4
- 3-7 Dismissal: DOOR #5
Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time.
Summer School Bus Schedule Link
Bus Policy
Contact Information
Mrs. Michelle Manzo
Director
Mrs. Luz Raymond
Assistant Director
Mrs. Fabiola Lopez
Secretary
708-924-7917

