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Minneapolis Public Schools Summer Learning Program

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The Minneapolis Public Schools Summer Learning Program offers free academic and enrichment opportunities for students in grades K-12 within the Minneapolis P...

▌ Editor's read The Minneapolis Public Schools Summer Learning Program website (mpls.k12.mn.us/summer_school) loads successfully and provides information on their summer offerings. The program is run by the Minneapolis Public Schools, indicating a school owner type. It is a day program, offering academic and enrichment opportunities for students in grades K-12. The website details various programs including Extended School Year (ESY), Summer School, and Summer Enrichment, with specific dates and locations for each. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, state licensing, or specific staff-to-camper ratios. Social media handles for Minneapolis Public Schools are @mplsschools on Instagram and 'mplsschools' on Facebook. Google reviews for 'Minneapolis Public Schools' average around 3.5 stars from over 1,000 reviews, but these are for the district as a whole and not specifically the summer program.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–14

Minneapolis Public Schools Summer Learning Program sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right academic fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
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Operator
School program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 5–14
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Address: 1250 W Broadway Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55411
  • Phone: (612) 668-0000
  • Cost notes: USD. Free for eligible MPS students.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Minneapolis Public Schools Summer Learning Program

What ages does Minneapolis Public Schools Summer Learning Program accept?
Minneapolis Public Schools Summer Learning Program is open to children ages 5–14. 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 Minneapolis Public Schools Summer Learning Program cost?
Minneapolis Public Schools Summer Learning Program doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. Free for eligible MPS students. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Minneapolis Public Schools Summer Learning Program's hours?
Minneapolis Public Schools Summer Learning Program runs 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Minneapolis Public Schools Summer Learning Program?
Minneapolis Public Schools Summer Learning Program is operated by a school program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Minneapolis Public Schools Summer Learning Program provide lunch?
Minneapolis Public Schools Summer Learning Program does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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