The Friday Focus
June 5, 2026
From the Office of the Superintendent
We hope that you enjoy Hopewell Valley Come Outside and Play this weekend!
Teachers: QUEST registration is closing Friday, June 5th! If you are looking for high quality professional development, we encourage you to join us for QUEST. Participants will learn with peer educators alongside an amazing team comprised of Princeton University professors, scientists and lead teachers. Thanks to our wonderful campus collaborations and sponsors, we are able to offer 4 incredibly unique STEM learning experiences across grade levels.
GOOD NEWS- BioQUEST will now be open to K-8 educators due to the relevant Life Science content (e.g. ecosystems, micro-systems, cycling matter, overview of genetics, bioengineering career pathways, etc.).
USA 250th/Hopewell 135th, Sat., June 6th, 4pm-10pm: Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the 135th anniversary of the incorporation of Hopewell Borough at this family-friendly town party! Join your friends and neighbors for an afternoon and evening of fun, food, and music at our historic Train Station! See the flyer for all information.
Hunger is Dead!" Sunday, June 14th, 1-5pm at Woolsey Park! Valley Vibes, a Hopewell Valley Central High School after-school group, is putting on a free Grateful Dead-themed benefit concert from which ALL food and monetary proceeds from donations will benefit the Hopewell Valley Mobile Food Pantry. Nomad Pizza and Uncle Ed's will be providing paid refreshments. Feel free to bring in your own food and beverage as well as lawn chairs/blankets. Tickets are free ($25 suggested donation encouraged as well as stable food products to donate).
Kindergarten Registration and Kindergarten Camp Information:
Due to continued growth in the district and fluctuations in enrollment, the School District may need to adjust attendance zones and/or school assignments before the start of the school year. As a result, the school listed at the time of registration may change. Families will be notified of any changes to their child’s school assignment before the start of the school year.
Parents of Incoming Kindergarten and First Grade Students!
Safety Town will be held from June 22 - June 26, at Bear Tavern Elementary,
Safety Town is a one-week summer program offered to incoming kindergarten and first-grade students, to provide a realistic, child-sized town with miniature streets, buildings, crosswalks, and working traffic lights. Students will navigate the safety town setting on a provided bicycle while learning the importance of bicycle, pedestrian, and vehicular safety. The program is directed by YMCA staff members with assistance from local youth volunteers and features visits by police, firefighters, paramedics, and other local first responders and community members.
Summer EBT: Summer EBT is a federal program to help families buy food for their school-aged children during the summer. Children who receive Summer EBT benefits can still participate in other summer meal programs. Receiving benefits will not affect children or families’ immigration status.
Boys’ Tennis Success: Congratulations to Coach Burchell and the Boys Tennis Team, who earned their third sectional title in a row! We are so proud of their legacy of success!
Service Learning Pathway: Congratulations to the 105 students who were recently recognized at our Service Learning Pathway celebration. Applications for the 2026-27 Service Learning Pathway are now being accepted. Please view the pathway website for additional information and for the link to the application.
This past week, our juniors took part in "Not Even Once", a program intended to educate them about the impacts of drug use. The program included: Stephen Hill, founder of Speak Sobriety, a bestselling author, recovery coach, and a defense attorney, shared his experiences with substance use prevention & mental health. Stephen is a renowned national speaker with a truly inspiring comeback story. In addition, Hopewell Township Juvenile Detective Steve Ciosek spoke with them about the realities of opioid use in our community.
Class of 2026 Information: Please review the Graduate Information packet that was sent last week via email to the Class of 2026 and their parents and guardians by Ms. Riley. Please pay special attention to the final page, which contains important information from the HVCHS PTO about Post Prom and other PTO sponsored events!
The 2026 MBG Season is available: Check out our timetable for this season's recruitment events for the Marching Black and Gold's 20th Anniversary! Don't miss your opportunity to have the experience of a lifetime! Questions? Email Mr. Harding!
Fall Athletic Registration: Fall 2026 Athletic Registration is now open! Please register for your child(ren) for their fall sport as soon as possible. The registration platform is new this year, so all families will need to enter their information again.
A few important notes:
Signatures must be completed using your mouse or touch screen rather than typing your name.
All registration forms and medical paperwork are due by Thursday, July 30th.
Any registrations submitted after July 30th run the risk of not being cleared in time for tryouts.
If your child is in need of an in-school physical, please sign up via the link as soon as possible. The physicals will take place on July 15 and July 20 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Athletics Schedules: We’re excited to introduce our new athletic scheduling platform, which will replace RSchool. Please be sure to sign up for alerts using the button in the top right corner of the new scheduling website to receive email or text updates in regards to changes in the schedules.
- Absences, Late Arrivals, & Early Dismissals: Parents/Guardians should call our TeleSafe number 609-737-4003, Ext 1, by 7:45 am to report an absence or late arrival. Please provide a note if your child needs to be dismissed from school early. Please also review our attendance procedures for details about the district policies. *As a reminder, students must be in school for at least four hours in order to participate in all athletic or extra-curricular activities and events*
- What’s Happening at HVCHS? Please follow us on Twitter: @HVCentralHS and Instagram: hopewell_valley_central_hs for pictures, updates, and fun facts. Our daily morning announcements can be found on the school website and via this link. Fundraising activities from our classes, clubs, and teams can be found on our fundraising calendar. Also, check out our HV Student Publications Network page for student-created podcasts, digital videos, and more! If you are a graduate of HVCHS, and you would like to join our Alumni Directory, please complete our Database Form and indicate what type of information you would like to receive from HVCHS.
UPCOMING EVENTS
June 5: Senior Prom & Post Prom
June 9: 8th Grade Transition Day / MTPA Awards Ceremony
June 15 & 16: Final Exams
June 17: Senior Awards Night (invitation only)
June 18: Last day / Early dismissal/Graduation, 6pm
Witness Stones Program: Our entire 8th grade - students and teachers attended the fifth annual Witness Stones ceremony. As many of you know, Witness Stones is an educational and memorial initiative dedicated to restoring the history and honoring the humanity of enslaved individuals who helped build our local communities. This year's ceremony honored Delilah Light, an enslaved woman who spent most of her life in Hopewell Valley before gaining her freedom. Students spent months researching their subject and create essays, artwork and reflections. Thank you to those who were involved in this year's Program - we greatly appreciate all of your efforts.
Please have your students return all library books that may be at home!
Eighth Grade Transition Day to HVCHS, Tuesday, June 9th will include the following:
A Better High - Keynote: A presentation about resilience and healthy choices with Dr. Matt Bellace who has a Ph.D. in clinical psychology with a subspecialty in clinical neuropsychology, the study of the brain and behavior. His funny yet age-appropriate presentation focuses on natural highs, emotional resilience, and mental health. It has been described as the perfect combination of stand-up comedy, interactive demonstrations, and inspirational stories. Matt empowers students to seek out positive friendships, express their feelings in productive ways, and pursue healthy natural highs.
- Building Tours, Student Panel and Activity Fair: Your 8th-graders have made their course selections and have met their 9th-grade school counselor. The tours of the high school will be part of a rotation that also includes a student panel and an activity fair to help students learn about all of the amazing clubs, programs and event options available to them next year.
Absences, Late Arrival & Early Dismissal: Parents should call our TeleSafe # 609-737-4004, Ext 2, by 8:00 am, to report an absence or late arrival. If your child is leaving early, please be sure to send in a note when possible. If the need occurs after the start of school, please call the Main Office.
TMS Updates: For additional information about TMS, please visit our webpage, or follow us on Twitter @Timberlane_HV, or instagram @timberlane_timberwolves
*Dates To Remember*
Friday, June 5 - 7th Grade Trip - Philadelphia Zoo
Tuesday, June 9 - 8th Grade Transition Day
Thursday, June 11 - 8th Grade Picnic
Friday, June 12 - 8th Grade Dance, 7pm-10pm
Tuesday, June 16 - 8th Gr. Moving Up Ceremony (rain or shine) -Mercury 9 am / Titanium 11 am / Platinum 1 pm
Wednesday, June 17 - Early dismissal
Thursday, June 18 - Last day / Early dismissal/8th Grade Clap Out
We look forward to seeing you tomorrow, June 6th, at our BT Trenton Thunder Night at 6:00 pm!
Come cheer on our very own BT Treblemakers as they perform the National Anthem!
Wear your BT Gear or Star Wars gear for a night of Star Wars: Return of the Sixth family fun!
Fireworks after the game!
BT Spring Concert - Congratulations to the 4th and 5th-grade band, chorus, and orchestra members on their terrific performance at the concert Tuesday evening. All who attended enjoyed themselves. A sincere thanks to Mrs. MacAdams and Mrs. Gregg Vogt for all the time and effort they devoted to making the concert such a success.
TMS Gear: Looking for a great gift for your child for the 5th grade promotion ceremony? Celebrate your 5th grader's achievements by ordering TMS spiritwear!
Our annual End Of Year Picnic will be on June 12th. Bring the whole family out for a night of fun featuring Uncle Ed’s ice cream. Remember to bring chairs and/or blankets.
5th Grade Promotion Ceremony - Tuesday, June 16th at 7pm at Bear Tavern in the circular driveway area. The event will last roughly 90 minutes. Attire: It will be warm, so business casual attire is ideal (khaki shorts and golf-style shirts are acceptable, as are dresses, skirts, and other similar attire). Students will be seated in chairs, and guests are invited to sit on the hill; therefore, blankets are welcome. Stay tuned for more information.
BT Clap Out - Thursday, June 18th at noon - Students will line the outside of the school, and our fifth graders will take a nostalgic walk through the empty building, exit from the pencil post canopy, and walk around the outside, where staff and students will cheer them on. The route will conclude on the blacktop, where parents, guardians, and guests can gather. Due to our dismissal process, we kindly request that guests park on Bear Tavern Road and walk up to the blacktop.
Lost and Found - All remaining items will be donated on June 18th, 2026.
Absences & Late Arrivals - Parents/Guardians please call our TeleSafe number: 609-737-4005, Ext 2, by 8:00 a.m. to report an absence or late arrival.
Changes In Students' Dismissal - If there is a change in how students will be going home (pick up, take the bus, after-school program, etc.), please be sure to call or email the main office at 609-737-4005 or btmainoffice@hvrsd.org. Please CC your child’s homeroom teacher.
*Dates To Remember*
6/5: Field Day
6/6: Trenton Thunder Game - PTO
6/11: 5th Grade Pool Party
6/12: Kindergarten Show/ EOY Party /1st Grade EOY Party / PTO End of Year Picnic 6PM
6/16: All School Meeting by Kindergarten/Fifth Grade Stepping Up Ceremony 7PM
6/17: Early Dismissal
6/18: Early Dismissal/Last Day of School/BT Clap Out
The Principal’s Monthly Newsletter - Hopewell’s Happenings is on the HES Website.
The week began on a high note with an amazing Spring Concert: Thank you to Ms. Dauer & Mr. Riley for putting together a beautiful assembly at HES as well as a fantastic evening concert at the HVCHS PAC. The students’ hard work shone brightly through their music and singing.
5th Grade End of Year Events - Please click on this LINK for a comprehensive listing of all upcoming events for our Grade 5 students, including: Concert, TMS visit, Promotion Ceremony and more!
TMS Gear: Looking for a great gift for your child for the 5th grade promotion ceremony? Celebrate your 5th grader's achievements by ordering TMS spiritwear!
Popsicles with the Principal - Tuesday, June 9th from 6:30pm-7:30pm on the HES playground. Let's wind down the year with a sweet treat!
Step into Nature: Join the HVRSD ecoPTO for a family hike at Washington Crossing Park at 9:30 am on Sunday, June 14th! We'll meet at 9:30 and split into smaller groups for the hike. We’re excited to build a community of families who explore, learn, and care for nature together. Hope to see you on the trail! Link HERE for more information
HES Spirit Wear
1. Spirit Wear Store - Shop classic HES tees, pajamas, cups, and more. → merch.hopewellpto.org
2.Rooted Rags Collection - Hand-dyed and embroidered HES apparel made by a Hopewell school mom. Orders take 1-3 weeks. → handmade.hopewellpto.org
School Lunch Information: Please click this link for the 2025-2026 information.
Absences & Late Arrivals - Parents/Guardians should call our TeleSafe number, 609-737- 4007, Ext 2, by 8:00 a.m. to report an absence or late arrival. Thank you.
HES Changes in Students’ Dismissal - If there is a change in how students will be going home, please be sure to call or email the main office at 609-737-4007 hwmainoffice@hvrsd.org
Dates to Remember:
6/9: Spring Assembly: Thunderbird American Indian Dancers / Popsicles with the Principal
6/11: Preschool Graduation @ 2:00pm
6/12: Student Council Spirit Day (Anything but a Backpack Day)
6/13 - HES Kids Business & STEM Fair
6/15: Yearbook Distribution for 5th Grade; 5th Grade Graduation 5:30 pm
6/16: Yearbook Distribution for Gr. K-4; 5th Grade's Breakfast/Slideshow ; 5th Grade's Fun Day ; 1st Grade's End-of-Year Ice Cream Social; 3rd Grade's Ice Cream Social
6/17: Early Dismissal 12:45 / PreK AM Only
6/18: Early Dismissal 12:45 / PreK PM Only / Clap Out & Last Day of School
Principal Gianfredi's "Stony Brook Scoop"
SB Trenton Thunder Tonight at 7pm!
Festival Ensemble will perform the National Anthem at 6:45pm.
Kindergarten Registration and Kindergarten Camp Information:
Due to continued growth in the district and fluctuations in enrollment, the School District may need to adjust attendance zones and/or school assignments before the start of the school year. As a result, the school listed at the time of registration may change. Families will be notified of any changes to their child’s school assignment before the start of the school year.
TMS Gear: Looking for a great gift for your child for the 5th grade promotion ceremony? Celebrate your 5th grader's achievements by ordering TMS spiritwear!
Join the SB PTO Board and Executive Committee! The SB PTO needs your help next year! There are positions open on the executive board (secretary and treasurer) as well as executive committees, ranging from yearlong commitments to event-specific roles. Please reach out to one of our current board members or email stonybrookpto@gmail.com for more info! Click here for the flyer and additional details.
- SBPTO Membership Toolkit - Click HERE to register for volunteer opportunities, sign up for the directory to find your friends and order apparel! School Lunch Information
- Absences & Late Arrivals - Call our Attendance line at 737-4006, Ext 2, by 8:00 am to report an absence or late arrival. Refer to our Attendance Procedures for details.
- Dismissal Changes - Email the main office in advance at sbmainoffice@hvrsd.org and refer to our Attendance Procedures for details regarding early dismissals
*Dates To Remember*
- Mon. June 8th: Thunderbirds American Indian Dancers Assembly
Mon, June 15: All Star Celebration, 6:30pm
Tues, June 9: PEECH Graduation, 2:00 - 3:30
Thurs, June 11: 5th Grade Pool Party (raindate Friday, June 12th)
Mon, June 15: All Star Celebration, 6:30pm
Wed, June 17 & Thurs, June 18: 12:45pm Dismissal Days
Thurs, June 18: Clap Out & Last Day of School
5th Grade End of Year Events - Please click on the link for a comprehensive listing of all upcoming events for our Grade 5 students, including: concerts, their Pool Party, TMS visit, Promotion Ceremony and more!
TMS Gear: Looking for a great gift for your child for the 5th grade promotion ceremony? Celebrate your 5th grader's achievements by ordering TMS spiritwear!
Family Hikes at Washington Crossing State Park - Join the HVRSD ecoPTO on June 14th for the FOURTH hike in a new family-friendly nature series designed to help children and parents connect with the outdoors while learning how to care for the ecosystems around us. Bring your family for a relaxed and engaging hike where kids can explore the woods, discover plants and wildlife, and learn how healthy ecosystems work. Our goal is simple: help kids fall in love with nature so they grow up wanting to protect it.
Dismissal Changes: If your dismissal plans change on any given day, please email tgmainoffice@hvrsd.org, (this email will go to both main office secretaries, Ashlee Dana and Patricia Jaczko) to inform them of the change. Please also cc' your child's homeroom teacher.
Reporting Student Absences: Please remember to call the Telsafe line (609-737-4008, option 2) by 8:00am for any absences or tardiness. Emails to a teacher may not be seen in a timely manner. Telsafe is the best way to report an absence. If your child is not at school and you haven’t reported them absent or tardy, you will get a phone call from Mrs. Smith, our school nurse.
Dates to Remember:
Friday, 6/5: 5th Grade Trip to TMS
Wednesday, 6/10: 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony @ 6:00pm
Friday, 6/12: PEECH Graduation @ 2:00pm/TG Night @ Trenton Thunder
Wednesday, 6/17: Farewell Gator Gathering @ 9:00am / Early Dismissal @12:45pm
Thursday, 6/18: Last Day of School! 5th Grade Clap Out @ 12:30pm,Early Dismissal @ 12:45pm
Community Programs & Events
Pontoon Boat Tour of the Delaware! Wed. June 10th, 9:30-10:30am/11am-noon. Free. For Ages 6 and up - Participants must be able to remain seated for the duration of the tour. Join the Tulpehaking Nature Center for a riverside view of historical buildings and wildlife along the Delaware. Our naturalist will share tales of Trenton's history, from sturgeon to steel.
Registration required.
*Family Nature Hike Series – Hike #4! June 14th, Washington Crossing State Park. Looking to get your family connected to nature and other nature lovers? Great! LET’S GET HIKING! HIKING! *Join us for the FOURTH hike in a new family-friendly nature series designed to help children and parents connect with the outdoors while learning how to care for the ecosystems around us. Bring your family for a relaxed and engaging hike where kids can explore the woods, discover plants and wildlife, and learn how healthy ecosystems work. Our goal is simple: help kids fall in love with nature so they grow up wanting to protect it. RSVP NOW
Summer Concert Series Kick off, The Princeton Shopping Center, Friday, June 5th. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and join us for our annual summer concert series featuring a vibrant lineup of talented local bands.
Howell Living Farm, upcoming events in June:
6/6 Old Time Baseball Game & Wash Day
6/13 Haying & Hayrides
6/20 Dairy Day
6/27 Ice Cream Party & Wheat Harvest
Kelsey Theatre: "Seussical the Musical" Matinees: "Oh, the thinks you can think' when Dr. Seuss' best-loved characters collide and cavort in a magical, musical extravaganza! T
Sat. June 6 & 13 at 2pm Sun. June 7 & 14 at 2pm
Art for Families, Princeton University Art Museum, : Saturdays are for young makers in the Creativity Labs! Drop in anytime between 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. to explore a work of art, play with different materials, and exercise your imagination. Come for fifteen minutes or two hours - whatever your schedule allows. All ages are welcome; no tickets or reservations required.
Saturday, June 6th: Unpredictable Art
Saturday, June 13th: Suncatchers
Summer Music Series, Palmer Square, every Saturday from 1pm-3pm! rom laid-back acoustic covers and timeless classic rock, to smooth, jazzy favorites, each weekend brings a soundtrack everyone can enjoy. Grab a seat at one of our picnic tables or bring your own chairs and blankets.
Community Day at the Princeton Festival, Sunday, June 7th, 12-3pm: This family friendly day of music, art, food, and fun includes: an Instrument Petting Zoo, American Repertory Ballet's 30-minute Swan Lake experience, a Musical Storytime, Snowcones, Quilting Exhibit, Glitter Tattoos and Balloon Animal Artists!
Hopewell Valley Youth Collective, June 8th, 7pm at Chubby's in Hopewell: Stop by for a milkshake, hear about our vision and pick up a calendar! The Hopewell Valley Youth Collective seeks to be an engaging and relevant Third Space for youth grades 6-12.
Movies in the Courtyard, Princeton Shopping Center, June 13th: Kick back under the stars and enjoy a classic! Join us at the Princeton Shopping Center Courtyard for free outdoor movies the second Saturday of each month starting at sunset. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and your favorite snacks (or grab a bite from one of our local restaurants), and settle in for a perfect summer night.
“Unearth a Story” Summer Reading Program Hopewell Public Library, 13 E. Broad St.
Get ready for a summer of discovery at the Hopewell Public Library! This year we’re digging into tales of discovery, history, and exploration with the slogan: “Unearth a Story.” Join us for a season full of reading with engaging programs, fun challenges, and great prizes. There’s something for everyone—kids, teens, and adults alike! Registration begins Thursday, June 18th at 12:00 pm, in person and online, so mark your calendar and Register Here
Lawrenceville Free Music in the Parks start weekly on 6/18, 6-8pm:
A relaxing outdoor concert featuring a great lineup of local bands and performers. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a wonderful evening of music in the park with family, friends, and neighbors. In addition to the live performances, there will be free fun and games for the kids, making this a perfect summer outing for all ages.
“Tick Talk” Friday, June 19th, 10-11am, Hopewell Township Municipal Center. Join us for an educational presentation by the Rutgers Center for Vector Biology “NJ Ticks Science” Program.
$5 Family Matinees, Princeton Garden Theatre: Each month we will showcase our favorite family-centered films on the big screen. upcoming include: Lilo & Stitch, The Lion King, Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
Delaware River Sojourn, June 20-26th - registration is open! A guided paddling and camping adventure on the wild and scenic Delaware River for people of all ages and experience levels. This years, the them is "our Nation's River" a nod to the integral role the Delaware has had in the founding of our nation 250 years ago.
An Evening Under The Stars: Annual Classic and Custom Car Exhibit, Sat. June 27th, Woolsey Park: Celebrate Independence Day! Bring a chair and enjoy the Music, Food and Fireworks! Sponsored by The Hopewell Valley Veterans Association
Summer Programs
The below represent programs with which we've had personal experience, have been recommended to us or just that we've been made aware of. We recommend that families research the opportunities for best fit.
Hopewell Township Recreation Summer Camp Guide: Offers a wide variety of camps and sports programs, including:
Youth Pickleball Summer Sports Camps, Junior Travel Camp for Rising 3rd–6th Graders- Apple Montessori Summer Camp, Princeton: Campers love the exciting, imaginative, and enriching environment of our summer camp program.
- Apple Hart Farm Camp: Campers connect with the natural world hands-on animal care, imaginative play, nature hikes, art, gardening, cooking, led by are professional teachers.
- Art in the Park Camp at Kunkel Park for Grades 1-6: 9am-12pm.
- Arts Council of Princeton Summer Arts Studios, June 21 through August 28: Hands-on art classes for kids of all ages.
- Art Sparks Studio Summer Camps & Programs: Theme-based creative experiences during which children get to explore a variety of media.
- The Black Fox Farm, Flemington - Summer Horse Camp, Ages 6+, Mondays- Fridays from June 29- September 4. The camp offers group riding lessons, trail rides, horse education, arts & crafts, outdoor games & water activities. For more information see the attached flyer, The Black Fox Farm on Facebook or instagram @ TheBlackFoxFarm
- Bucks County Playhouse: Summer Conservatory, July 6-August 7, Ages 13-18: This ensemble-driven program focuses on collaboration, creative risk, and process over perfection. Through acting, movement, music, and devised theater, participants will build an original performance.
- Centercourt Summer Camps: offering Pre-K, Multi-Sport and several sports options!
- The Chapin School, ESF Camps: A unique blend of activities, sports, and special events throughout the summer, rain or shine.
- CrossFit Kids Camp at Pennington CrossFit, August 17-21 from 11:00am-12:00 pm. Campers ages 5-8 with all skill levels will learn new physical skills, playing games, doing crafts, being outside, and more.
- Girl Scouts of New Jersey: Mad Science: Curious Minds Lab for Grades K-3. A hands-on, high-energy experience designed to spark creativity, curiosity, and confidence!
- Grove Passage Theatre Group - Summer Camp for ages 10-18
- HV Bulldogs Youth Football Camp: June 29th–July 2nd, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, Grades 2nd–8th, Ackerson Turf Field (at Hopewell Valley CHS) Instructors: Coach Dave Caldwell along with high school staff and players. Register HERE
- HV Bulldogs Lacrosse Camp (Boys) July 6th–July 9th, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM, Grades: 1st–8th, Ackerson Turf Field (at Hopewell Valley CHS), Instructors: Luke Caldwell, assisted by Coach Dave Caldwell and guest clinicians players. Register HERE
- Hopewell Valley Soccer Association (HVSA) Bulldog Camp: Timberlane Middle School, Aug. 10-13th. HVSA has partnered with the boys and girls high school varsity coaches to run our popular Camp for players entering Grades 1-8.
- HV Summer Strength & Speed Sessions: June 22nd–July 23rd (Monday thru Thursday), 8:00 AM–9:30 AM, Grades: 6th–8th, Ackerson Turf Field and High School Weight Room Instructors: Coaches Caldwell, Kley, and Philipsheck, with local College Athletes. Register HERE
- Hopewell Recreation and Primetime Athletics Basketball Camps, June 22-25: A high-energy basketball camp for kids going into Grades 3rd-9th, led by former HVCHS Basketball Head Coach Matt Stein and HVCHS players.
- HV Swim School: is a technique-based swim school where athletes ages 12-18 will work on their stroke development while preparing for the upcoming middle school, high school, or club seasons.
- HV Swim America Summer Lessons - signups are open! HV Swim America is a structured, small group swim lesson program coached by certified ASCA swim instructors. Lessons are for ages 3-12 and will run all summer at Hopewell Tennis and Swim Center. All lessons are guaranteed 4:1.
- Hopewell Valley YMCA Summer Camp: Campers enjoy a full range of engaging activities. Convenient drop-off and pick-up at Toll Gate, and flexible scheduling options.
- Hopewell Swim & Tennis: Summer Camps and Programs, Tennis and fun summer camp activities with instructional programs created for levels ranging from complete beginner to more advanced levels. Firefly Summer Camp Hopewell Tennis Camp
- Hun School Summer Programs: Sports and Dance Camp Day Camps Discovery Camps Spanish Immersion Camp
- Inclusion Sports Performance Training Summer Camp for ages 3-14: Dedicated to helping children develop their skills, build self-esteem, and inspire them to reach their full potential. Campers will enjoy engaging activities such as gymnastics, learn to bike, basketball, and a multi-sport games.
- Lawrenceville School: DEAN Adventure Camps offers an all-inclusive, summer day camp for children ages 4–14 with a wide variety of tangible programming and outdoor adventure.
- McCarter Theatre Center 2026 Summer programs: Youth Summer Camp Ages 7-12 and Teen Conservatory Summer Camp Ages 13-17
- 4-H Camp at Rutgers: A tech-free, rustic camp experience focused on trying new things and creating a community dedicating to simply enjoying our week in the woods together.
- Mercer County 4-H Summer Day Camps, Ewing: Cooking, Sewing & Crafting, Click Here to register
- Mercer County Golf Academy - Junior Summer Camps: Our instructors and counselors lead the campers through a series of skills, games, and exercises that develop confidence and passion for the game of golf with a camper to staff ratio at a maximum 6-1.
- Mercer County Technical Schools Summer Camps: Provides students with the opportunity to learn introductory skills and explore different career pathways. Sessions include: Biology/Car Camp/Coding and Robotics/Computer Game Creation/Culinary Arts/Electrical Construction/and more.
- Nature Explorers Camp at Woolsey Park, Monday - Friday, upcoming grades 1-4, morning and afternoon sessions.
- Nike Summer Camps: Local camps for Basketball, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swim and Running.
- Pathways is Girls Who Code’s free, virtual summer program for high school girls to explore tech, build in-demand skills, and create projects—no experience required!
- The Pennington School: Summers at Pennington: Offers several program streams with a variety of camps to make this summer one of discovery and adventure!
- Princeton Day School Summer Programs offers academic,athletic, and enrichment activities! Open to local students in Grades PK-12, offers flexible schedules and access to our STEAM centers, athletic complex, garden, and unique ropes course.
- Princeton Friends Summer Camp: Campers are offered days filled with adventure, creativity, and fun.
- Princeton Garden Theatre Summer Camp Programs: Hosting three different week-long film camp experiences this summer: “Elements of Film” curriculum and “Intro to Filmmaking”.
- Princeton Montessori School: SummerQuest for ages 18 mths-5 years: Experiences include: outdoors, crafts, special visitors, theater, friendships, gardening, building teepees and forts.
- Princeton Tennis Program Summer Camps: A variety of programs for kids ages 5-17.
- Princeton University Summer Day Camp: A variety of activities including arts and crafts, swim, guest entertainers and trips. Junior day camp for Grades 1-5. Senior camp for Grades 6- 8.
- Princeton University Sports Camps: Each camp is directed by the Princeton University varsity coaches, college coaches and players.
- Rambling Pines Summer Camp: Summer day camp with a wide range of offerings and transportation.
- Stuart Country Day School Summer Experience Full-day arts, athletics, and leadership camps; a new Counselor in Training (CIT) program; and lunch included.
- Summer Forest camp at Painted Oak: Provides children ages 3-7 a joyful, nature-filled childhood experience.
- The College of New Jersey: Precollege Programs: for high school students to explore potential careers in an intellectually stimulating environment.
- Tomato Patch Youth Theater, Dance, Vocal & Visual Arts Programs at Kelsey Theatre
- Summer Sessions for Ages 7-9.
- Tulpehaking Nature Center Camps: Includes Aquatic Adventure Camp and Baldpate Camp
- Ying Hua Summer Camps: Chinese Immersion/STEAM/STEM Camps
- Waldorf School of Princeton Grades K-8: Students can learn languages or develop a new skill. Rising Kindergarteners will explore our beautiful campus and immerse themselves in the world of creativity,
- The Watershed Institute Summer Camp: Led by our amazing staff, our campers enjoy fresh air, make new friends, and receive a healthy dose of adventure.
- The Watershed Institute Summer Prep Programs for HS Students: The Watershed invites high school students to learn directly from scientists, architects, and sustainability professionals.