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Students of Dedham Public Schools have a variety of options available to extend their learning into the summer. For some students, the offered programs provide a space to learn something new and prepare for a new school environment alongside fellow peers. For others, the programs provide a chance to catch up or reinforce skills that could benefit from some extra support.
All programs have been designed to ensure students not only have access to the academic or social/emotional supports they may need, but to also ensure that creativity, movement and fun are part of their day.
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ACADEMIC SUPPORT PROGRAMS
DPS Summer Academic Support Programs are designed to provide extra learning time and assistance to students who may benefit from extra support before the next school year. Summer support programs are offered - free of charge - by Dedham Public Schools.
If your child qualifies for a support program, you will receive communication from your child’s home school regarding any next steps.
If you have not been contacted regarding summer support services, but believe your child needs them, we encourage you to contact your child's teacher or principal with any concerns.
Online registration for these programs is not required.
Program information and descriptions below are provided for information purposes only.
Support Programs Offered
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Kindergarten Jump Start Support Program
Jump Start is a 4 week summer enrichment program with a focus on the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education curriculum standards for Kindergarten success. The program will help children develop confidence when taking the first steps toward reading, writing, attending to a new routine, developing social-emotional skills, being mindful of themselves and others and making new friends.
Students may be recommended for participation in this program based on individual situations or Kindergarten assessment results. Families will be contacted by ECEC administrators regarding the recommendation and any next steps.
Students who HAVE NOT been recommended into this program, but are interested in gaining a "jump start" before Kindergarten have the option for choosing the paid Enrichment Jump Start program.
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English Language Learners
The English Learner Summer Program provides English language development instruction in a fun and engaging way. English Learners in grades 1 through 5 are eligible to participate in this free program which will assist students with English proficiency and effectively accessing and engaging in academic work. Each week has a theme to teach concepts with listening, speaking, reading, writing, games, crafts and fun!
Students will be recommended by school administrators and faculty for participation in this program.
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Avery Summer Academic Support Program
The Avery Summer Academic Support Program (SASP) serves approximately 75 students from across the district entering grades one through five. If your child qualifies for this program you will receive communication from your child’s home school. This program focuses on building foundational literacy and numeracy skills through systematic and structured intervention programs. Students are grouped by grade level with approximately fifteen students per class. Students attend the SASP program three hours per day (8:30 - 11:30) for 19 days in July.
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DMS Summer Academic Support Program
The DMS Summer Academic Support Program (SASP) serves approximately 45 students from across the district entering grades seven, eight, and nine. If your child qualifies for this program you will receive communication from your child’s home school. This program focuses on building foundational literacy and numeracy skills through systematic and structured intervention programs. Students are grouped by grade level with approximately twenty students per class. Students attend the SASP program three hours per day for 19 days in July.
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ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
DPS Summer Academic Enrichment programs provide a wide variety of academic, creative and engaging topics for students to continue their learning through the summer months. Taught mostly by Dedham educators, programs are available for students entering Kindergarten through Middle School. All Academic Enrichment programs require a registration process, and have a designated fee to participate.
Registration forms are linked with the program descriptions provided below. Families are asked to submit program fees by check - made payable to Town of Dedham.
*Please note: Some enrichment programs have an early registration deadline (May 20th; June 1st), while the Avery Institute has a rolling registration process.
There are limited seats available for each program. A lottery will be held on May 27th if interest exceeds available program space. Programs that do not meet a minimum enrollment may be subject to cancellation.
Enrichment Programs Offered
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Kindergarten Jump Start!
Jump Start is a 4 week summer enrichment program with a focus on the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education curriculum standards for Kindergarten success. The program will help children develop confidence when taking the first steps toward reading, writing, attending to a new routine, developing social-emotional skills, being mindful of themselves and others and making new friends.
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NEW Avery: Eco-Explorers!
The Eco-Explorers program will serve students entering grades three, four and five. Participating students will act as community and school citizen scientists collecting data for Colby College’s BioB research program. Through collecting data and exploring their local environment, they will develop, research, and formulate answers to their own questions about insect behavior and biodiversity!
Thank you for your interest. Due to low enrollment, this program has been cancelled.
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NEW DMS: Eco-Explorers!
The Eco-Explorers program will serve students entering grades six, seven and eight. Participating students will act as community and school citizen scientists collecting data for Colby College’s BioB research program. Through collecting data and exploring their local environment they will develop, research, and formulate answers to their own questions about insect behavior and biodiversity!
Thank you for your interest. Due to low enrollment, this program has been cancelled.
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Avery Institute
The Avery Summer Institute offers a variety of enrichment opportunities for elementary age children living in Dedham. The program offers week-long options in the morning or afternoon such as Summer Gym Class, YouTube Music Video, Musical Theater, Book Cooks, Girls Want to Have Fun and many more. Each workshop runs for a week with morning sessions from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m and afternoon sessions running from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m.
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TREK (Technology, Recreation, Enrichment, Knowledge)
TREK is a summer transition program for students moving up from elementary school to Dedham Middle School. Students will work with teachers to finish their summer work, engage in fun STEM projects, and learn the ins and outs of Dedham Middle School.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Will I receive a confirmation of my registration?
Posted by:Yes. Confirmation is emailed to you immediately when you submit the registration form online. If you do not see an email confirmation in your inbox, please check your email spam folder.
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How should I send payment for enrichment programs?
Posted by:All checks can be made payable to Town of Dedham.
Please submit your online registration by the noted deadline. For the programs with a May 20th deadline, payment must be received by May 25th. Any programs that exceed seats available will have a lottery on Friday, May 27th.
Feel free to send your check in to school with your child, or drop in the mail to Dedham Public Schools Alyssa Freda, Director of ESD/ESY Programming, 100 Whiting Avenue, Dedham, MA 02026.
After any necessary lotteries on May 27th, a registration confirmation email will be sent out with details for those enrolled in the programs and all checks will be processed. Your check will be returned to you if your child is on a waitlist. Please give a call if you have any questions.
Avery Institute Registration: Forms must be printed, completed and sent to the Avery School office with your check. Registration is a rolling registration and can be completed (as course availability allows) into July.
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What if I need to cancel my child’s participation in the program?
Posted by:Cancellations received after June 22nd, 2022 will not be eligible for refund of registration fees. Cancellations received prior to June 22nd are eligible for 50% refund of registration fees.
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Is transportation provided for Jump Start ?
Posted by:Yes, transportation will be provided and is included in the registration fee. You will receive detailed information once your child’s spot in the program is confirmed.
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Is there financial assistance available for summer programs?
Posted by:Financial Aid is available for the Avery Institute. Please contact Avery Elementary School main office to learn more.
Jump Start and EcoExplorers do not offer financial assistance at this time.
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How do I register my child for a summer Academic Support program?
Posted by:Summer academic support programs are available only to students who have been identified and recommended by school administrators. Your family will be contacted if the school believes your student would benefit from participating in one of these programs. If you have not been contacted regarding summer support services, but believe your child needs them, we encourage you to contact your child's teacher or principal with any concerns.
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Can my child participate in afternoon Enrichment if they are doing a morning support program?
Posted by:Yes. You may register your child for an Enrichment session in the afternoon, following their support program. Online registration and payment for the Enrichment program will be required. Please let Alyssa Freda, Summer Programming Director know if you are adding an Enrichment program to your student's day, so that she can help coordinate transportation adjustments.
Questions?
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If you have any questions about DPS Summer Programming please do not hesitate to reach out!
Alyssa Freda
Director of ESD/ESY ProgrammingDedham Public Schools781-310-1031