Get ready to ignite your summer program! Spark Summer! The Ultimate School-Age Summer Adventure is a high-energy, hands-on training designed specifically for childcare professionals and school-age program staff who want to make this summer truly unforgettable for the children in their care.
This dynamic training session will explore four exciting, activity-rich themes designed to transform any outdoor classroom into a vibrant hub of discovery, creativity, and connection:
- Maker’s Lab: The Magic of Making — Inspire creativity and problem-solving through hands-on making and building experiences that spark imagination in school-age children.
- Tinker Time: Engaging STEAM Activities — Dive into fun, accessible science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities that keep school-age kids engaged and thinking critically all summer long.
- Memory Makers: Fostering Memories and Peer Bonds — Explore intentional strategies for helping children build meaningful friendships and lasting memories through shared experiences.
- The Great Outdoor Escape: Richer Outdoor Time — Discover creative ways to elevate outdoor time beyond free play, turning your outdoor space into a rich learning environment full of adventure and exploration.
You will leave this training equipped with practical, ready-to-use ideas that will energize your summer program and keep school-age children engaged, connected, and excited to learn all season long.
Event Details:
- Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
- Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
- Location: The Growing Place, 133 N. Church Street, Asheboro, NC 27203