Our summer programs combine academic enrichment with creative activities, outdoor exploration, and social-emotional learning. Running from June 8 to July 21 2026, with hours typically 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM, students will enjoy unforgettable experiences that keep skills sharp while making summer meaningful and fun. Sign up for one week or all seven!
Our interactive activities make learning engaging and enjoyable, helping students maintain academic skills through hands-on, project-based experiences that spark curiosity and critical thinking.
Students experience diverse activities from arts and crafts to outdoor adventures, field trips, and environmental projects that encourage physical activity and connection to the world around them.
Through collaborative activities and intentional practice, students build confidence, communication skills, and teamwork while developing important life skills in a supportive community environment.
Our 2026 summer programs will operate at the following locations
Our summer programs run at multiple SFUSD school sites across San Francisco. You can choose any location—you don’t have to attend the school to join that site’s summer program.
Not sure which site to choose? Programs are similar across locations—choose the one that’s most convenient for your family.
Summer Highlights
Every day brings new adventures. Mornings start with breakfast and community building—getting to know each other, playing games, and setting the tone for the day. Students then explore learning centers with reading, math, and creative projects in small groups.
After lunch and outdoor play, afternoons are for enrichments like diamond art, origami, cooking in Little Chefs, movie-making, or instrument exploration. The day wraps up with SPARK time—sports, outdoor games, and free play where friendships grow.
On Fridays, students take field trips to explore the Bay Area. Past trips have included the Oakland Zoo, Exploratorium, Pier 39, Lake Anza, Children’s Creativity Museum, ice skating at Yerba Buena Park, House of Air, Presidio Tunnel Tops, and Fairyland.
Every week is packed with hands-on learning, creative exploration, and summer fun that keeps minds engaged and kids excited to come back the next day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most sites run 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Morning care and aftercare are also available. Your confirmation email will include exact hours for your specific site.
• Registration fee: $100 per child (one-time)
• Weekly fee: $400/week
• Early registration discount: Save 15% if you register by March 31—that’s $340/week
• Fees are billed monthly throughout the summer
You can choose any location! Your child does NOT need to attend that school to participate in that site’s summer program. Choose the location that’s most convenient for your family.
You can sign up for as many or as few weeks as you’d like—one week or all seven! It’s flexible based on your family’s needs.
Each site’s schedule varies. Your Program Director will provide a detailed schedule once your child is accepted into the program.
When you submit your registration, you’re applying for a spot in our summer program. We review all applications on a weekly basis and will contact you to confirm whether your child has been accepted. Because we have more applicants than spots available each summer, acceptance is not automatic.
You’ll receive an email confirmation once your application has been reviewed and your spot is confirmed. A Program Director may also contact you directly with next steps.
This means your application is still being reviewed or you’re on the waitlist. We’re working through applications and will notify you as soon as we have an update.
Yes. To request a schedule change, submit your request through your parent portal at least 2 weeks before the intended change. You’ll receive an email once your request is approved.
Yes! Financial assistance and scholarships are available. No family is turned away for inability to pay. For questions about billing or financial aid, contact Dianna Caracoza-Jacobs at enrollment@missiongraduates.org.
Join Us This Summer!
Registration is now open for Summer 2026. Secure a spot in our engaging programs for a summer filled with learning, growth, and fun! Have questions? Our team is ready to help you determine which location is the best fit for your family.