Pegasus Summer Program 2026

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Introducing Our Summer Program: New and Exciting Opportunities for 2026!

Based on valuable feedback from parents, we’ve made several exciting updates to enhance the program for your family at our Pegasus Summer Program.

What’s New This Year?

• Expanded Enrollment Capacity: More spots are now available to accommodate growing interest in our program.

• Extended Program Duration: The program will run for 29 days, ensuring ample time for learning and fun.

• Flexible Scheduling Options: Choose between part-time and full-time enrollment to fit your family’s summer plans.

• Extended Hours: Program hours will now go until 3:30 PM, providing additional convenience and value.

• Expanding for incoming 6th grade and up: We’re thrilled to announce this year’s summer program, designed to offer an enriching, fun, and memorable experience for incoming and current 6th graders to 8th graders!

• We offer three program sessions, each running for two weeks. Families may enroll in different sessions, and you may choose either a half-day or full-day schedule.

Enhanced Program Offerings

We’ve revamped our activities to create a dynamic, engaging, and well-rounded experience for every student. Highlights include:

• STEAM Focused Activities: Explore the exciting blend of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math with hands-on projects that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork.

• Arts & Crafts: Let imaginations soar with creative, hands-on projects designed to inspire self-expression.

• Indoor & Outdoor Games: Stay active with a mix of classic and modern games—rain or shine!

• Special Vendors: Experience unique and engaging activities led by expert vendors, bringing something new and exciting every day.

• Pool Time and Lab Imagination Creations in the afternoon: Cool off and enjoy open swim pool activities every afternoon at Wayland Community Pool. New activity segments, such as STEAM and pool time in the afternoons, will enrich the summer experience for students and reflect the feedback received from parents.

• Field Trips: Every Wednesday, we’ll embark on an exciting adventure to make each week unforgettable.

Stay in the Know

A detailed calendar of activities will be sent out in advance, so you can plan and follow along with your child’s summer journey. Also, you can go to our Pegasus Website Site for more details.

Lunch Reminder
Please remember to pack a lunch for your child unless otherwise noted on the schedule

Snacks

• We will provide and have two snack times during the day.
• If children wish to bring a snack from home, we recommend options such as fruit, vegetables, cheese, and crackers.
• All snacks from home must be individually packaged and easy for the child to manage independently. Please provide nut-free snacks for your child.
• Sharing snacks is not allowed for the safety of all students.

We are excited to invite families to our Pegasus and STEAM Explorers Open House on Thursday, June 25, from 4:00–5:30 PM at Claypit Hill Elementary School.

This will be a great opportunity to:

✔ Pick up your child’s summer packet
✔ Meet the summer teachers and staff
✔ Tour the classrooms
✔ Explore our resource tables
✔ Ask questions and learn more about the program

Special Family Activities During Open House

4:00–4:30 PM | Water Safety Presentation
Our Water Safety Presentation is designed for both parents and children and provides practical, life-saving information in a fun and interactive format. Through engaging activities and demonstrations, families will learn simple habits that help keep children safer around water, including:

✔ Layers of protection to help prevent drowning
✔ Water safety rules for pools, lakes, and beaches
✔ The importance of active supervision
✔ What to do in an emergency
✔ Safety tips for young children and beginner swimmers

4:30–5:30 PM | Polymers Activity Station
Discover the ooey-gooey origins of plastic and explore why plastic is so difficult to break down. Children will participate in a hands-on science experience and create their own slippery polymer to take home!

✔ Interactive STEAM activity

✔ Hands-on exploration
✔ Make-and-Take project for children

Session 3

July 27th - August 7th

• $200.00 deposit and $95.00 Registration Fee per family (NON-REFUNDABLE) are due at the time of registration.

• The deposit will be applied towards your family's tuition.

• A 5% discount on the lower tuition is available to families with more than one child in Pegasus.

• Registration is not considered complete and accepted without payment of the deposit and registration fee.

• March 2nd you will receive the invoice due on April 1, 2026.

• If you sign up after April 1st, payment need made in full by May 15th, 2026

• Tuition will be charged for the entire period the student is enrolled, in accordance with the provided fee schedule.

• Payment of program tuition reserves a student’s place in the Pegasus Summer program for all contracted days in the specified period; tuition is not based on a student’s attendance. No refunds or deductions from tuition will be provided for days when a student does not attend the program for any reason. Normal tuition will be charged in the event of program closure due to unforeseen circumstances.

📅We offer three program sessions, each running for two weeks

Pegasus reserves the right to discontinue a student’s enrollment if tuition and fees are not paid in a timely manner.

Families with unpaid Pegasus tuition will not be allowed to register for Pegasus in the future or any other WSCP fee-based programming for as long as there is an outstanding balance.

Schedule changes can be made up until April 1, 2026. Deposit and Registration Fee per family (NON-REFUNDABLE) are due at the time of registration.

Calling all 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th graders! Dive into an unforgettable journey of creativity, innovation, and hands-on exploration designed specifically for students entering or currently in grades 5, 6 to 8.

STEAM Explorers is a redesigned middle school program built for curious, creative, and hands-on learners. This new version focuses on student choice, innovation, and real-world exploration through STEAM, arts, media, and active experiences.

Students will have access to rotating innovation studios and project stations such as:

• Arts & Crafts Design Lab

• Cooking & Culinary Exploration Days

• Drama & Performance Workshops

• Video Production & Media Studio

• Student News & Broadcast Projects

• Digital Creativity & Minecraft Challenges

• STEAM Build & Engineering Stations

• Maker Projects & Design Challenges - Sewing, Crochet, Fashion

• Sports & Recreation Options
• Team challenges
• Outdoor exploration
• Cooperative games
• Adventure-style activities

It’s a choose-your-path exploration model where students rotate through interest-based stations and projects each day.

Special Features:

This choice is available only for K–8 students enrolled in the full-day (9:00–3:30) program. Families select one afternoon option for the entire week (no daily changes):

• Wayland Community Pool open swim — Swim test required; floaties provided if needed
• On-site enrichment — STEAM, Robotics, Shark Tank projects, and special indoor and outdoor games (weekly schedule varies)

Summer Strings returns for another week of chamber music and fun, led by Whitney Tandon, Wayland Strings Director for Grades 3-8. This one-week program will consist of guided chamber-ensemble rehearsals (quartets, trios, etc.), larger-group rehearsals, a variety of musical games and activities, and preparation for a large-ensemble piece. It will culminate in a concert for family and friends at the end of the week.

Dates: July 13-July 17, 2026 (One Week Program)

Time: 12:30 PM-3:30 PM

Where: Wayland High School - Auditorium

Who: Students entering Grades 6 – 9

Entering fifth graders will be considered on an individual basis and must have at least

two years of private professional lessons; contact Ms. Tandon for consideration

Cost: $230/student; enrollment is limited to 23 students

Questions and notification of interest:

Ms. Tandon at whitney_Tandon@waylandps.org.

Registration Form:

Once you are accepted into the program, we will send you the payment link. Please only submit payment after you have received confirmation from Ms. Tandon.

• Each week includes themed activities, arts, science, sports, and homeroom time.

Wednesday field trips for K–8 (except Week 1 in-house field day); students return by 3:30 PM. Full-day program for all K-8 on Wednesday.

• Pre-K students have special on-site experiences and one or two field trips.

Schedule Selection Grades K-8

We are excited to offer two distinct registration options this year, tailored to provide the best possible experience for all age groups:

• K to Grade 5 Program: A nurturing and engaging program designed for younger students, focusing on fun, creativity, and foundational skill-building.

• Innovation & Exploration Program for incoming Grades 5, 6 - 8: A separate program exclusively for students entering or currently in grades 5, 6,7,8 featuring hands-on innovation, STEAM-focused activities, and dynamic explorations designed to inspire curiosity, collaboration, and critical thinking.

• We can not do only the afternoon portion.

• All schedule options apply to both weeks of the applicable sessions. However selected session if you want a half-day or a full-day schedule

• In March, you will receive a Google form to select the afternoon option (STEAM Lab or Pool)

Available only for K-8 students enrolled in the full-day (9:00–3:30) program. Families choose one option for the entire week (no daily changes):

• Wayland Community Pool open swim: swim test required; floaties provided if needed
• On-site enrichment: STEAM, Robotics, Shark Tank projects, and special indoor/outdoor games (weekly schedule varies)

• Please complete separate registrations for each child in your family

Schedule Selection Preschool

• Pre-schoolers must be 3 years of age by Jun 29, 2026.

• Please ensure your schedule selections align with your child's grade in Fall 2026.

• An extended day can be selected only in addition to the standard day.

• All schedule options are for every 2-week period of the applicable session. However, you can select different days per session. Example Session 1 (3 days), Session 2 (4 days), and Session 5 (5 days)

• Please complete separate registrations for each child in your family.

• Please select 3, 4, or 5 days per week for each session your child will attend.

• Pre-K students have special on-site experiences and one or two field trips.

We have two great options, and it depends on what you feel would best fit your child interests and learning style:

• STEAM Explorers Program (Grades 5-8): This program is designed specifically for students entering 5th grade and above. It focuses on hands-on projects in STEM and includes activities like coding, virtual reality, movie production, and creative design. This may be a great fit if your child is interested in technology, creativity, and innovation. We will have a Pool option in the afternoon and on Wednesday's field trip.

• Regular Pegasus Program (K-5): This program also includes STEAM activities but in a more blended format with other enrichment activities planned by the teachers. It's ideal for students who enjoy a variety of experiences, including art, sports, music, and other group activities

1. Visit the Parent Portal below.

2. New Families: Click the purple box to create a new account and begin registration.

3. Returning BASE/Enrichment Families that already have an account: Click the blue box and log in using your existing username and password

4. Please see the guide below. Once your registration is complete, you will receive a confirmation email with a payment link.

🚨Important — Please Read Before Making a Payment

Please do not make any payment in UniPay unless you have first submitted your application in EZChildTrack.

Applications must be completed and approved before payment is submitted to ensure your registration is processed correctly.

UniPay link (for payment only after EZChildTrack application is submitted):
https://unipaygold.unibank.com/CustomerInfo.aspx?Customerid=720

If you are unsure whether your application has been submitted successfully, please contact our office before making a payment.

The Pegasus Counselor in Training (CIT) is a volunteer junior staff member at least 14 years old and supports the administrative and homeroom teams in all areas of Pegasus programming. They are responsible for engaging with and knowing the whereabouts of each student in their group during all assigned programming hours and spaces.

To ensure a safe and healthy environment for all children, we require the following for all new Pre-K entrants:

• Physical Exam Report: A completed physical exam report, including an up-to-date immunization record, must be submitted prior to admission.
• Student Health History: A detailed health history form must also be completed and on file.

If your child is unable to receive immunizations due to medical reasons, a written statement from a physician explaining the exemption must be provided before admission. For exemptions based on religious beliefs, a written statement from the parent is required before admission and must be renewed annually.

These requirements help us create a safe and supportive learning environment for every child.

Snacks

• Please provide nut-free snacks for your child.
• If children wish to bring a snack from home, we recommend options such as fruit, vegetables, cheese, and crackers.
• All snacks from home must be individually packaged and easy for the child to manage independently.
• Sharing snacks is not allowed for the safety of all students.

Allergies and Life-Treating Medication
Parents are required to list their child’s allergies or medical conditions. The WSCP Nurse reviews the information, ensuring all staff know about allergy details and procedures. Lists of allergies and individual reactions are filed and posted appropriately at WSCP.

If your child requires emergency medication, it must be provided to the program prior to attendance.

For children with an allergy requiring an Epi-Pen or asthma needing Albuterol (inhaler):

• Families are required to provide allergy, asthma, or any other emergency medication directly to the BASE program, as we do not have access to school nurse files or medications. To ensure immediate accessibility, the program must hold these medications on-site.

• Medication order for the Epi-Pen/Albuterol signed by the prescribing physician.

• A WSCP Epipen Parent/Guardian Permission Form must be completed for Epi-Pen administration. Signed, and returned to the program to authorize administration.

• A WSCP Asthma Medication Parent/Guardian Permission Form must be completed for asthma medication. Signed and returned to the program to authorize administration.

Medication Protocol

Prescription and over-the-counter medications may also be administered if:

1. A pediatrician signs the WSCP Medication Administration Order Form-For Providers, allowing BASE staff at Wayland School Community Programs to give non-prescription medications (e.g., Tylenol, cough suppressant) for the specified school year.

2. WSCP Medication Permission Form AND WSCP Medication Administration (for parent/guardian authorization), is signed and returned to the program to authorize administration.

Any leftover medication will be returned to the parent or disposed of as per program policy.

Staff members carefully measure and administer the medication, documenting its dosage and time.

The WSCP nurse will create an Individualized Health Care Plan (IHCP) for students who take regular or emergency medications as needed.

Morgan Lobisser, RN

WSCP Happy Hollow Nurse

morgan_lobisser@waylandps.org

Office

Pegasus and STEAM Explorers Contact:

wscp-pegasus@waylandps.org

Pegasus and STEAM Explorers

(508) 358-6870

BASE/WSCP Office, Wayland Town Building

Nayagara Viera , WSCP Director

(508) 358-6871

Fax Number: (508) 358-7708

(508) 358-6872