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Summer Program for School-Agers

Camp Discovery, the summer childcare program at New Horizon Academy, is your child's passport to a summer of fun, friends, and more. Summer at New Horizon Academy provides your child a safe environment to learn, play, and explore during those happy summer days.

Register by April 17 and save $15 on your summer registration fee.

SciKids

Your child will have opportunities to engage in a wide variety of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) activities. From participating in engineering challenges to exploring motion, gravity, and energy, your child will have a blast exploring the wonderful world of science.

Caring Beyond the Classroom

Throughout the summer, your child will participate in service-learning activities that give back to the local community. These activities will help your child discover the power of kindness while making a positive difference in the lives of others.

Summer Book Club

Your child will keep their mind sharp and avoid summer slide by reading all summer long. Our exciting and engaging summer book club provides your child with an opportunity to enjoy reading adventures, track the minutes they read, and celebrate their reading accomplishments at the end of summer.

Outdoor Adventures

Outdoor Antics at New Horizon Academy is a high-energy program that introduces your child to the fundamentals of health and well-being. Through fun games, songs, and positive reinforcement, your child will experience the joy of being active.

Kindness Curriculum

The Kindness in the Classroom curriculum focuses on six kindness concepts that teach children important social-emotional skills: respect, caring, inclusiveness, integrity, responsibility, and courage. These important lessons are woven into daily activities through discussion, games, and activities to help your child develop these critical life-skills.

A Glimpse into Our Summer Program

Summer Extras

Give your child a summer filled with exciting adventures and hands-on experiences available only during the summer.

Weekly Themes

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Kindness Heroes

Your child will embark on an exciting journey to discover the power of kindness and how it can make a difference in the world. Each day will focus on a unique theme designed to help children practice empathy, gratitude, and helpfulness in fun and meaningful ways.

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Under the Sea Adventure

Dive into an exciting underwater world! This camp is designed to spark curiosity and creativity as children explore ocean life through hands-on activities, games, and crafts. Each day focuses on a different theme, blending science, art, and play to make learning memorable.

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Dinosaur Explorers

Step back in time and uncover the world of dinosaurs! This camp combines science, creativity, and adventure as children learn about prehistoric creatures through activities, games, and crafts. Each day brings new ideas to keep young explorers engaged and excited.

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Space and Rocket Science

Blast off into a week of discovery and imagination! Space and Rocket Science Camp takes young explorers on an exciting journey through the solar system, stars, and beyond, through hands-on experiments, creative projects, and fun games.

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Pirates and Treasure Island

Ahoy, mateys! Set sail for a week of excitement and imagination as campers dive into the world of pirates, treasure maps, and high-seas adventures. This camp blends storytelling, creative crafts, and active games to spark curiosity, teamwork, and problem-solving.

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Art Explosion

Art Explosion camp is a week-long adventure designed to spark imagination and self-expression in young artists. Children will experiment with colors, textures, and materials while learning art concepts in a fun, age-appropriate way, encouraging creativity and confidence.

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Sports Mania

Three cheers for a week full of teamwork and fun! Sports Mania Camp introduces kids to a variety of sports and active games, focusing on activities that build coordination, confidence, and sportsmanship while keeping things playful and age appropriate.

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STEM Explorers

Get ready for a week of discovery, creativity, and hands-on fun! STEM Explorers Camp introduces children to the exciting world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, encouraging learning, curiosity, and problem-solving in a safe, engaging environment.

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Around the World

Pack your bags for a global adventure! Around the World Camp takes children on a journey through different countries and cultures using interactive experiences, crafts, and stories. Each day focuses on a new destination, introducing kids to traditions, landmarks and more.

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Spy School

Go undercover for Spy School, where campers will step into the shoes of secret agents and learn the skills needed to complete exciting missions. Each day brings new challenges designed to spark problem-solving, creativity, teamwork, and critical thinking.

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Animal Safari

Join us for a wild week of exploration! At Animal Safari Camp, kids will journey through the amazing world of animals, learning about habitats, adaptations, and the incredible creatures that share our planet through hands-on activities, games, and creative projects.

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Carnival and Circus

Step right up for a week of fun and excitement! At Carnival and Circus Camp, kids will experience the magic of the big top through games, crafts, and performances. Each day brings new activities that spark imagination, build confidence, and encourage teamwork.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! School-age children have the opportunity to attend off-site field trips to local parks, museums, zoos, theaters, and other fun locations.

 

Parental permission is required for participation in all off-site field trips. Please watch for permission slips and sign-up sheets to be posted in your child’s classroom, and please ensure that they are signed prior to your child going on a field trip.

In accordance with state law, New Horizon Academy uses booster seats on our buses for children until they are 8 years of age or 4 feet, 9 inches tall.

Yes! New Horizon Academy provides all meals for the Camp Discovery program.

 

When off-site field trips occur during a mealtime, New Horizon Academy will provide a meal that meets our nutritional requirements and standards.

 

New Horizon Academy also provides water throughout the day for all children enrolled in our program to ensure that they remain hydrated, especially in hot weather.

Yes! New Horizon Academy provides sunscreen for all children. Please speak with your director for details.

 

If your child is allergic or sensitive to the sunscreen New Horizon Academy provides, please speak with your director.

Parents are required to provide a swimsuit, towel, and water shoes for their child on water day. All items must be labeled with first and last name.

Yes, New Horizon Academy charges a summer registration fee for the Camp Discovery program. This registration fee is mandatory for each child attending New Horizon Academy during the summer months and helps cover the cost of field trips, special guests, and other summer adventures. This fee is not subject to discounts and is non-refundable, as it reserves your spot.

 

Payment Options:

  1. Early Bird Option—registration fee must be paid in full prior to April 17
  2. Standard Option—registration fee must be paid in full between April 17 and the first day of the summer program. For children who enroll after the first day of the summer program, your summer fee will be pro-rated based on your child’s enrollment date.

Yes! Children enrolled in the Camp Discover program (school-age only), will be allowed up to three weeks of “free” vacation time to attend summer camps, family travel, etc. without paying a reservation credit.

 

This offer is only good for full-week increments and can be taken three weeks in a row or during three separate weeks.

 

This offer does not apply to partial weeks, and you must notify your school director in advance to take advantage of this offer. This benefit cannot be combined with other promotions.

Our experience at New Horizon Academy has been nothing but amazing! My children have been attending their school-age program since this past summer. My girls love their teachers, and the summer field trips were a highlight for them.

— Kimberly L., Parent at New Horizon Academy, St. Michael, MN

The best parts of the summer program [at New Horizon Academy] were the awesome teachers, the fun field trips, and hanging out with my friends. We did cool stuff all summer!

— Ben B., School-ager at New Horizon Academy

My son attends the school-age group, and we couldn’t be happier. He enjoys all the activities, especially the field trips during the summer program, and has made great new friends here. The teachers are caring, and the environment is safe and welcoming. We’re very grateful for the positive experiences he gets every day. Highly recommend!

— Elena S., Parent at New Horizon Academy, Apple Valley, MN

New Horizon Academy does a great job educating the children and exposing them to life and all the experiences. I especially love their summer program where they do a few extra activities with the kids and host in-house field trips with magicians, animals, firetrucks, etc.

— Addie O., Parent at New Horizon Academy

The summer program [at New Horizon Academy] was super fun! I got to do cool projects, go on field trips, and make lots of new friends. I loved the outdoor games and the cooking classes. It was the best summer ever!

— Claire K., School-ager at New Horizon Academy

Stay Connected Through Our Mobile App

Throughout the day, you will receive updates through a mobile app which allows our teachers to send messages, photos, videos, and updates on your child’s day. You are also welcome to use it to send your child’s teacher a message at any time.

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