Rosenwald Summer Academy
A summer academy offering a variety of activities for children aged 6-12 at Rosenwald Community Center.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department's Summer Camp page, which lists the Rosenwald Summer Academy as one of their offerings. This indicates a municipal-parks owner type. The camp is described as a free day camp for children aged 6-12, running from June 10 to August 2, 2024, from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. The website states that all staff are CPR/First Aid certified and undergo background checks, demonstrating a focus on safety. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the program emphasizes educational and recreational activities. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, and a search for 'Rosenwald Summer Academy' in the ACA directory yielded no results. Google reviews for 'Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation' show a 4.5-star rating from 1,061 reviews, reflecting general satisfaction with the department's services, though not specific to this camp. The Facebook handle for PBC Parks is 'PBCParks'.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
Who thrives here Ages 6–12
Rosenwald Summer Academy fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given specialty program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Municipal parks department
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 6–12
- Address: 1321 Palm Beach Rd, Riviera Beach, FL 33404, USA
- Phone: 561-233-1400
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Rosenwald Summer Academy
- What ages does Rosenwald Summer Academy accept?
- Rosenwald Summer Academy is open to children ages 6–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Rosenwald Summer Academy cost?
- Rosenwald Summer Academy publishes $100/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Who runs Rosenwald Summer Academy?
- Rosenwald Summer Academy is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Rosenwald Summer Academy provide lunch?
- Yes — Rosenwald Summer Academy includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
- How does Rosenwald Summer Academy compare to other specialty camps in Riviera Beach?
- Rosenwald Summer Academy is one of 10 specialty camps in Riviera Beach that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
Planning guides
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