Summer Learning Program (SLP) Overview

The Summer Learning Program (SLP) is strategically designed to provide continuity of learning and to strengthen core content understanding. The program will include the following key areas: 

• Elementary ELA – Grades K-5
• Middle School ELA and Math Grades 6-8
• Credit Recovery Grades 9-12

Summer Learning Program Locations:

 Elementary

Curtis (ESY PreK and Elementary SID) Ramp Up, CoZ

Little (Hosting Varieur) Ramp Up, CoZ

Winters (Hosting Baldwin) Ramp Up, CoZ

Greene (Hosting Cunningham) Ramp Up, CoZ

Curvin (Hosting Elementary ESY) Ramp Up, CoZ

Potter (Hosting Fallon) Ramp Up, CoZ

Secondary

Jenks (Hosting Shea, JMW, & Goff) ESY 6 classrooms (2 SID)

Slater

PPA (Hosting Tolman)

Admin (Hosting Transition Program) 

ELA Grades K-5

The K-5 Summer ELA Program is designed to strengthen core content understanding and foundational skills. Students will participate in whole group, small group, and collaborative group instruction to increase literacy and math skills. This program provides reading instruction and interventions aligned to the Rhode Island Common Core Standards. 

ELA and Math Grades 6-8 

The 6th-8th  Summer Learning Program is designed to strengthen core content understanding through interdisciplinary experiences. Students will participate in whole group, small group, and collaborative group instruction to increase literacy and math skills.  Students will focus on the Rhode Island Common Core Standards that engage students in text-based writing as well as collaborative discussions to encourage confidence and self-expression. Literacy will incorporate high quality text focused vocabulary, comprehension and writing in support of content learning. The goal of this program is to promote enthusiasm for learning and equip students with essential skills for academic success.

Students will engage in collaborative and independent practice using high interest, quality text providing opportunities to transfer and apply reading behaviors and increase success in reading grade level, complex text. 

MLL Newcomer ELA and Math Grades 6-8 

The MLL 6th-8th  Summer Learning Program is designed for newcomers with interrupted formal schooling, who entered the US during the 2024-2025 school year.   MLLs will earn credits for ELA and math courses to support English language development and standards-based core content understanding.  Eligible students received letters of invitation in Spanish or Portuguese.

High School Credit Recovery 

This program provides instruction aligned to the Rhode Island Common Core Standards. This program is designed for students to make up the credit of a course that they did not successfully complete during their high school year(s). Students will utilize the PSD identified courses in Edgenuity.

MLL Newcomer High School Content Recovery

This program provides instruction aligned to the Rhode Island Common Core Standards.  This program is designed for MLL newcomers with interrupted formal schooling, who entered the US during the 2024-2025 school year.   MLLs will earn credits for ELA and math courses to support graduation requirements.  Eligible students received letters of invitation in Spanish or Portuguese.

Special Education (ESY)

ESY stands for Extended School Year, which is a term used in the field of special education. ESY services are provided to students with disabilities beyond the regular school year to prevent regression of skills and to help maintain the progress they have made.

Qualifying for ESY services is determined on an individual basis, as part of the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). In order to qualify for ESY services, a student must typically demonstrate that they are at risk of significant regression of critical skills during breaks from school (such as summer vacation) that would impede their ability to make progress once school resumes.

Factors that may be considered when determining ESY eligibility include:

1. Regression: The likelihood that the student will lose critical skills or knowledge during an extended break from instruction.
2. Recoupment: The time it would take for the student to regain those lost skills once school resumes.
3. Emerging skills: The importance of continuing instruction during breaks to support the development of emerging skills.
4. Critical life skills: The impact of a break from instruction on the student’s ability to maintain critical life skills.

The decision to provide ESY services is made by the student’s IEP team, which typically includes parents, educators, and other relevant professionals. It is important for parents to work closely with the school to advocate for their child’s needs and to ensure that appropriate ESY services are provided if necessary.

The Pawtucket School Department offers several ESY programs to meet the needs of our students. In addition, two summer evaluation teams work throughout the summer to meet IDEA child find requirements. 

For more information about these summer learning opportunities please contact 401-729-6300.

Citywide Middle School Band/Chorus Program (July 7-31, 2025 – 12:30 – 3:00pm)

The Citywide Middle School Band and Chorus Program is for students in rising grades 6 – 8.  The program is designed to provide students with an enriching and comprehensive music education experience.  The curriculum includes a wide range of musical genres and styles with an emphasis on fundamental musical skills such as reading music, rhythm, pitch, and tone.  

COZ-All Day (July 7-31, 2025 – 9:00 – 3:00)

The all-day COZ summer enrichment program is for students in rising grades 1-6.  The theme for this summer is Adventure Awaits.  

COZ-Afternoon Program (July 7-31, 2025 – 12:30 – 3:00)

The COZ Afternoon summer enrichment program is for students in rising grades 1-6.  The theme for this summer is Adventure Awaits. 

For more information about these summer enrichment opportunities please contact 401-729-6300.

Summer CTE Exploration Program: Calling all current 6th & 7th graders! Ready to discover your passion and explore exciting career paths this summer? Join our CTE Summer Exploration Program and dive into hands-on experiences in Culinary Arts, Video & Film, Performing Arts, Business, Graphic Design, and more!

July 7th – July 31st,
12pm – 3pm
Monday – Thursday.

Spaces are limited. Register today and kickstart your summer with creativity, skills, and fun!

Pawtucket Arts Summer Camp: Join FirstWorks this summer as we explore creativity. This four-week program features workshops with professional artists and camp counselors on team building, meditation, and creative and expressive skills in visual art, movement, theatre, and sound. We also take weekly excursions to artistic and cultural venues in RI for workshops with creative practitioners in the community.

This year we’ll use art to convey how we think about food, ancestry, environmental justice, and identity. Students will try out different artistic mediums, reflect on social and cultural learning, and unleash their creativity for a camper art showcase, shared with friends and families during the final week. Pawtucket School District will provide breakfast, lunch, and transportation to and from camp.

Click here to register.

COZ SUMMER CAMP 2025:
Where fun meets learning under the sun.

GRADES: 1-4
JULY 7-31st
Monday- Thursdays
from 8:30-3:00pm

CAMP IS FREE TO PAWTUCKET STUDENTS

Activities Include:

• Community Exploration
• Arts & Crafts, Science & Discovery Projects
• Team Sports & Games
• Water Fun Days
• Field Trips in the Community

Special Features:

• Certified and Experienced
  Staff
• Healthy Snacks and Lunch
  Provided

Click here to register.

Adult Program Summer Classes 2025:
English Language Learners GED/ABE/ESL

9:30am-6:30pm

Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday

MUST REGISTER!

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to engage with classmates and expand your knowledge. See you there!