Summer Program
Spend Summer With Us
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Prospect Sierra welcomes families to both of our campuses for our annual Summer Program!
We know that young people need engagement that matches their intellect and curiosity. Our Summer Programs were developed with that in mind. We can’t wait to spend a wonderful summer with you.
Be sure to scroll down to read program descriptions.
Student Voices: Panther Basketball
Student Voices: Spanish Cooking
Teacher Voices: Jillian Rubin
This summer our offerings include:
6 weeks
Six (6) weeks of Tapscott Elementary School Programming—Week-long camps for Rising K-5th grade students to enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities and education.
6 weeks
Six (6) total weeks of Avis Middle School Programming for middle school students that includes deep dives into Spanish cooking, basketball, volleyball, filmmaking, seasonal foods, and more.
Questions?
Contact our Extended Program team!
THE PROGRAMS
K-5th Grade Students
Tapscott Elementary School - 2025 Summer Program
For Rising K-5 students, each camp includes a group of 12-30 students led by Summer Lead Teachers and Summer Teaching Fellows.
Every morning at camp, your child will be highly engaged. They’ll build on their existing skills while learning new ideas in core subjects like literature, math, writing, science, engineering, history, and music.
Camp afternoons focus on outdoor play, movement, exploration, physical education, and mindfulness. Our aim is for every child to come home looking forward to a good night’s sleep so they can return for more!
One week of Tapscott’s Summer Program includes:
- Eight (8) hours/day of childcare at Prospect Sierra
- Kids spend their week in grade-banded camps: K-1st, 2nd-3rd, and 4th-5th
- Camp t-shirt for each child
- Whole-child teaching and support
- Low student-to-staff ratio
- End-of-week culminating project
Extended Care is also available from 4:00-6:00 p.m. for an additional fee. Please contact our Office of Extended Programs for more information.
- Cost $475 (early bird pricing: $425 before 1/1/25)
- Holiday Week Pricing $380 (early bird pricing: $330 before 1/1/25; $350 before 2/1/25)
- Location Tapscott Elementary School Campus
- Days/Time Monday - Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
- Themes Scroll down to learn more about weekly camp themes!
Register
Ready to enroll your child in an amazing summer of active learning?
5th-8th Grade Students
Avis Middle School
For our Rising 5-8 students, camp consists of stable groups of 12-24 students led by a Summer Lead Teacher and runs from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. All Avis summer programs are $375. (Please note: the July 4 (week 2) are $300/week.)
Campers at our middle school campus can choose their subject focus from a wide range of engaging, project-based learning topics including geography, filmmaking, Spanish language and cooking, basketball, and volleyball for example.
One week of Avis’s Summer Program includes:
- 9 a.m.-2 p.m. daily camp schedule
- 30-minute lunch time from 12:00-12:30 p.m.
- Camp t-shirt
- Whole-child teaching and support
- Low student-to-staff ratio
- End-of-week culminating project
- Scroll down for camp descriptions!
Tapscott Elementary School
Each week will include a theme-based camp for the following grade groups:
- Rising K-1st
- Rising 2nd-3rd
- Rising 4th-5th
Activities
Week
Theme
Potential Activity Topics
Week 1 (June 23-27)
Under the Sea Week
ocean life, sea creatures, marine conservation, water-based games, build your own coral reef, mermaids, careers for ocean lovers, shipwreck exploration, deep sea facts, historic sea stories
Week 2 (June 30-July 3)
No camp on July 4
No camp on July 4
Space Week
Star Trek, Star Wars, planets, solar systems, astronauts, stars, constellations, moons, suns, space exploration, comets, galaxies, black holes
Week 3 (July 7-11)
Wellness Week
mindfulness, self-care, meditation, art, painting, yoga, foods for wellness, exercise, SEL (social emotional learning), study tips for success, paying it forward, dance, kindness, mental health, equality, sunshine importance, boundaries, laughter, self-esteem, body image, body appreciation
Week 4 (July 14-18)
Animal Week
habitats exploration, species identification, conservation, animal evolution, migration patterns, insects, hunter/prey animals, tracks, different rituals among a species, domestic vs. wild animals, peaceful human/animal coexistence, which animal live where, food chain
Week 4 (July 14-18)
Soccer Camp (led by PS PE Teacher, Gabe Hens-Piazza)
Attention soccer players! Don’t miss this exciting summer program for rising 4th-5th graders! Join Coach Gabe Hens-Piazza, our Middle School PE teacher and experienced local coach, for a week of soccer fun. Along with gameplay, Coach Gabe will introduce mindfulness, kinesiology, soccer history, and famous players. From 8am to 4pm, your athlete will improve skills, challenge themselves, and dive deep into the world of soccer!
Week 5 (July 21-25)
Fantasy Week
sci-fi books, movies, and series, Harry Potter, Pokemon, Disney, fairy tales, mermaids, Atlantis, superheroes, fairies, unicorns, myths, legends, wizards, magic
Week 5 (July 21-25)
Soccer Camp (led by PS PE Teacher, Gabe Hens-Piazza)
Attention soccer players! Don’t miss this exciting summer program for rising 4th-5th graders! Join Coach Gabe Hens-Piazza, our Middle School PE teacher and experienced local coach, for a week of soccer fun. Along with gameplay, Coach Gabe will introduce mindfulness, kinesiology, soccer history, and famous players. From 8am to 4pm, your athlete will improve skills, challenge themselves, and dive deep into the world of soccer!
Week 6 (July 28-August 1)
Sports Week
sports, group games, teamwork, kinesiology, dance, relay races, the Olympics, history of a specific sport, famous athletes, science of the body
Avis Middle School
Activities
Week
Theme
Activity Topics
Grades
Week 1 (June 23-27)
Panther Basketball (led by veteran PE Teacher and Basketball Coach, Nick Hernandez)
Hoop it up at Panther Basketball Camp! Designed to assist players of all skill levels, campers will improve upon proper shooting technique and footwork as well as ball handling and passing. Coach Nick, PS Varsity Coach, will be conducting camp for his 19th season!
Rising 2nd-8th
Week 1 (June 23-27)
Intro to Filmmaking (led by PS Humanities Teacher, David Allen)
This summer's Intro to Filmmaking Camp offers rising 5th and 6th graders hands-on experience in visual storytelling, editing, and video production. Over one fun, intensive week, kids will develop skills, collaborate on a production, and create a short film to showcase on June 27. Whether you're new to filmmaking or have some experience, this camp, led by veteran PS 5th grade teacher David Allen, promises to be a creative, exciting adventure!
Rising 5th-8th
Week 1 (June 23-27)
Spanish Through Cooking (led by PS Spanish Teacher, Isabel Bustillos)
Learn Spanish and Latin American culture through cooking regional dishes, exploring flavors, and building language skills. End the week with a fun Latinx Chef Master competition to showcase your new talents. Join Isabel, PS Spanish Teacher, for a summer of cooking, learning, and fun!
Rising 5th-8th
Week 2 (June 30-July 3)
No camp on July 4!
No camp on July 4!
Panther Basketball (led by veteran PE Teacher and Basketball Coach, Nick Hernandez)
Hoop it up at Panther Basketball Camp! Designed to assist players of all skill levels, campers will improve upon proper shooting technique and footwork as well as ball handling and passing. Coach Nick, PS Varsity Coach, will be conducting camp for his 19th season!
Rising 2nd-8th
Week 2 (June 30-July 3)
No camp on July 4!
No camp on July 4!
Around the World in a Week (led by PS Head Librarian & Advisor, Rebecca Jelen)
Join Head Librarian Rebecca Jelen for a global adventure without the airports! Each day, explore a different country through games, food, language, and culture. Campers will collect passport stamps while dancing, cooking, crafting, reading, and playing. Come experience the world in a fun, hands-on way!
Rising 5th-8th
Week 3 (July 7-11)
Panther Basketball Panther Basketball (led by veteran PE Teacher and Basketball Coach, Nick Hernandez)
Hoop it up at Panther Basketball Camp! Designed to assist players of all skill levels, campers will improve upon proper shooting technique and footwork as well as ball handling and passing. Coach Nick, PS Varsity Coach, will be conducting camp for his 19th season!
Rising 2nd-8th
Week 3 (July 7-11)
Graphic Novels & Gaming (led by former PS Librarian, Mia Gittlen)
Campers will dive into graphic novels, exploring how stories combine images and text. They'll read, learn from authors and illustrators, and create their own graphic stories using digital tools. Plus, they'll build and code games in Minecraft using redstone, command blocks, and MakeCode—no prior experience needed. Led by former PS librarian and Minecraft enthusiast Mia Gittlen.
Rising 5th-8th
Week 4 (July 14-18)
Noshing Through Nature (led by PS Technology Specialist, Mel Anderson-Stampley)
Join former professional chef and current PS tech expert Mel Anderson-Stampley for a tasty summer camp exploring California’s seasonal fruits, veggies, and more! Learn to prepare local produce while discovering new flavors. Picky and adventurous eaters alike will have their taste buds excited!
Rising 5th-8th
Week 5 (July 21-25)
Volleyball Camp (led by PS Athletic Director & PE Teacher, Miya Frank)
Join us for a fun-filled camp focused on skill development, team building, game strategy, and competitive play. Learn the fundamentals of passing, setting, hitting, blocking, and serving through dynamic drills. Each day culminates in play where athletes put these skills into action!
Rising 4th-8th
Week 6 (July 28-August 1)
Volleyball Camp (led by PS Athletic Director & PE Teacher, Miya Frank)
Join us for a fun-filled camp focused on skill development, team building, game strategy, and competitive play. Learn the fundamentals of passing, setting, hitting, blocking, and serving through dynamic drills. Each day culminates in play where athletes put these skills into action!
Rising 4th-8th