Summer Learning
Summer opportunities offered in Wichita Public Schools.
Elementary
Summer Latchkey
Enrollment for Summer 2026 Latchkey begins Monday, March 23.
Enrollment: Enrollment is first come, first served. Parents can pick up enrollment paperwork from any latchkey site but paperwork must be turned in at the site you're registering for.
Cost: $50 enrollment fee. $125 per week per child.
Click here more more information about summer latchkey.
Middle Schools
WSU Tech Summer STEM Middle School Camp
Wichita Public Schools is partnering with WSU Tech to offer TechKnow Middle School Camp, a free hands-on STEM experience designed to inspire creativity, innovation, and a love for technology. This camp provides students with the opportunity to explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) concepts in a fun and engaging environment. Whether your child is interested in coding, robotics, or other tech-related activities, this is a perfect way to spark their interest and prepare them for future opportunities.
Spots are limited, so we encourage you to register as soon as possible to secure your child’s place in this exciting program! Parents can sign up for only one camp.
Dates & Locations:
• June 2-3: NCAT Campus, 4004 N. Webb Rd. Program is at capacity and no longer taking applications
• June 9-10: South Campus, 3821 E. Harry St. Program is at capacity and no longer taking applications
• June 16-17: NCAT Campus, 4004 N. Webb Rd. Click here to register for June 16-17
• June 23-24: South Campus, 3821 E. Harry St. Click here to register for June 23-24
Specific times will be provided upon registration confirmation.
Once you complete the registration form, you will receive:
• An confirmation email and text
• Reminder texts 1 week and 1 day before camp.
• A final reminder email sent 24–36 hours before camp begins.
High Schools
- High School Summer School - Original and Recovery Credit
- High School Learning Centers
- Extended Learning Opportunity
High School Summer School - Original and Recovery Credit
Students can take courses for original credit and credit recovery.
June 1 - 18, 2026, Monday - Thursday, 7:30 - 11:30 a.m., 12 - 4 p.m.
Heights High School, 5301 N. Hillside and Education Imagine Academy, 412 S. Main (Virtual)
Enrollment opens April 6, 2026. The last day to enroll for virtual summer school courses is May 15 by 3 p.m. The last day to enroll for in-person summer courses is May 22 by 3 p.m. Classes will be filled by a first-come, first served basis and could close early due to full enrollment. To enroll, students must see a counselor for course selection and completion of the enrollment form. Enrollment is not complete until entered by the base high school.
Courses for original credit or recovery credit
• P.E. and Health Foundations, students entering freshman year or beyond (1.0 credits)
• Government, students entering senior year (.5 credits)
• Financial Literacy, students entering junior or senior year (.5 credits)
• Professional Communications, students entering sophomore year or beyond (.5 credits)
Government and financial literacy are also offered virtually through Education Imagine Academy.
Courses for recovery credit only:
• English I, II, III, IV
• Algebra 1
• Geometry
• Biology
• U.S. History 1 and 2
Students are expected to be present each day and risk removal from the summer school opportunity without credit and without a refund. Family vacations, doctor appointments and other commitments should not be planned during summer school classes.
No make-up sessions will be held. Three tardies equals one absence. A student is considered absent if they are late after 30 minutes into a session. Emergency absences will be up to the discretion of the summer school administrator. Dropping a course after the first day of summer school may result in an F and forfeiture of enrollment fees.
Students must enroll at their base school with their school counselor. Current 8th grade students who want to take P.E. and Health Foundations must enroll through their base high school.
Current WPS students course fees:
• Original Credit - $90 per half credit
• Recovery Credit - free
Out-of-district student course fees are $150 per half credit.
Breakfast and lunch will be provided for in-person students. Transportation is not provided. All WPS policies are in effect for summer school. Cell phone usage is prohibited during class time.
High School Learning Centers
Extended Learning Opportunity
Special Programs
Special Education
Identified PreK - 12 students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) will be invited to participate in:
• Extended School Year
Parents of students with Individualized Education Programs who are interested may also apply for:
• Youth Education and Summer Socialization (YESS)
STEALTH
Students who participate in the STEALTH Afterschool program during the school year will receive an invitation to participate in in the Summer STEALTH program.
Migrant
Identified high school students with language support needs will be invited to participate in the migrant summer program.
Community
Many partners across the Wichita community offer high-quality, enriching summer programs to students in our community. Summer programs available in the Wichita community that meet the guidelines for Flyer Distribution in WPS will be included on this page. The programs noted here are not sponsored by WPS, and are being listed as a service to the students and families in our community.
If you have a community program that you feel should be listed here, please follow the approval procedure notes on the Flyer Distribution page linked above.
TBC Smart Scholars' Summer Learning Program
Tabernacle Bible Church
1817 N. Volutsia
316-681-3954
June 22 - July 23, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. for incoming Kindergarten - 4th grade students
Get ready for a summer of discovery with Tabernacle Bible Church Scholars' Summer Learning Program! Boost your reading and math skills, dive into exciting science activities, enjoy hands-on learning adventures, embark on thrilling field trips, and savor delicious daily meals - all
absolutely free for families!
Click here to register for TBC Smart Scholars' Summer Learning Program