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Week 2: Clay Lab (Grades 4-6)Olson Super Summer CampsClay Lab is a fun, hands-on space where children explore clay's magic through basic pottery skills. Students can make their own creations and ideas come to life. Community Education is offers a sliding scale model for program fees so our summer programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. The different prices reflect the average cost of offering a class as well as discounted options and options that help us cover our administrative costs. If you need further financial assistance, please reach out to Mrs. Bradley at senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us or call 612-668-1144. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
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Week 2: Critters & Crawlers (Grades 1-3)Olson Super Summer CampsGet ready to become a junior scientist and discover the tiny, fascinating creatures all around us! Students will get up close and personal with insects (from buzzing bees to colorful butterflies) to learn how they live, what they need, and how they help our world. We'll use magnifying glasses to explore real bugs (or models!), build our own insect models to learn their body parts, and even create bug-themed art. You'll learn new science words like exoskeleton, antennae, and pollination, and discover why these little critters are super important to nature. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
WaitlistWeek 2: KPop Dance (Grades 1-3)Olson Super Summer CampsSing, Dance, Slay! Learn high-energy K-Pop choreography, powerful vocals, and stage presence to the hit songs from the movie KPop Demon Hunters. Build confidence, teamwork, and shine like a pop idol. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
Week 2: Rainbow Bubbles (Kinder)Olson Super Summer CampsA fun, hands-on STEAM (Science, Tech, Engineering, Art, Math) experience exploring color, light, and surface tension through bubble making, teaching creativity, coordination, patience, and basic physics concepts using simple materials like soap, water, food coloring, and household items like socks or wands to create colorful, giant, or swirling bubbles, fostering joy and scientific curiosity in young learners. Students should be 4 years and 6 months old by the date the class starts. Grades are the year your student will be entering in the fall. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
Week 2: Tech Academy: Minecraft Escape Room: Escape the Ender Dragon (Grades 4-6)Olson Super Summer CampsUnleash your creativity as you work collaboratively! Create a world with others in multiple unique, themed escape room adventure maps. Our mission is to race through the end and escape the Ender Dragon. Students will get a copy of the world to continue at home. We will be using the PC/Java edition of Minecraft. Bring a USB drive to save your games. Minecraft is a Mojang Studios trademark. This camp is not affiliated with them. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
Week 3: Ceramics (Grades 4-6)Olson Super Summer CampsStudents will unleash their creativity through clay, building ceramic projects that push their skills in visual art. This course is a great space to relax, create art, and explore what’s possible with ceramics! Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
WaitlistWeek 3: Cooking (Grades 1-3)Olson Super Summer CampsJoin our 'Little Chefs' class where kids explore sensory play, mixing, pouring, and spreading to make simple, healthy snacks! We focus on basic kitchen safety and teamwork in a fun, colorful environment, building confidence one tasty bite at a time. *Students will be working with items containing dairy, gluten and eggs. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
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Week 3: Dessert Decorating (Grades 4-6)Olson Super Summer CampsUnleash your inner pastry chef! In this hands-on workshop, kids (8+) will master fundamental skills like crumb coating, basic piping (stars, borders), and creating fun designs with buttercream and fondant. We'll focus on making simple, stunning designs on either a cake or cookies, with all supplies provided, so you can impress your family and friends! Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
Week 3: Pokemon Club (Grades 1-3)Olson Super Summer CampsLearn to play the Pokémon TCG in a fun, low-pressure setting! Certified Pokémon Professors guide new and experienced players through collecting, deck building, and friendly battles, building confidence, math skills, and sportsmanship. No prior experience or cards needed (bring your cards if you have them) – join the adventure and make new friends! Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
Week 3: Tiny Artist (Kinder)Olson Super Summer CampsThis class is a vibrant, hands-on journey into the world of art, designed specifically for our youngest creators to explore, experiment, and express themselves freely. We believe art is about the process, not just the product, fostering imagination and building fundamental skills in a supportive setting. Students should be 4 years and 6 months old by the date the class starts. Grades are the year your student will be entering in the fall. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
Week 4 - 6: Soccer (Grade 1-6)Olson Super Summer CampsGet ready for fun on the field! Our kids' soccer class introduces children to the exciting world of soccer through high-energy games and age-appropriate activities, focusing on core skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting. We build more than just athletes; we build confident kids by emphasizing teamwork, sportsmanship, and following instructions in a positive, supportive setting, with coaches dedicated to making every session a blast. Soccer afternoon camp available weeks 4 - 6. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
Week 4 - 7: Dance (Grade 1-6)Olson Super Summer CampsGet ready to groove, leap, and twirl in our energetic dance classes for kids, filled with creative movement, catchy tunes, and fun games that build coordination, confidence, and imagination, introducing {ballet basics, tap rhythms, or hip-hop moves} through storytelling and play for a joyous introduction to dance. We focus on sparking a lifelong love of movement, helping kids learn rhythm, balance, and teamwork in a super fun, supportive, and imaginative setting! Dance afternoon camp available weeks 4 - 7. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
Week 4: Cooking (Grades 4-6)Olson Super Summer CampsBecome a 'Chef in Training' and master beginner cooking skills! Learn to read recipes, practice safe slicing, use small appliances, and discover the science behind baking. We'll explore global flavors and make fun dishes while building independence and nutritional awareness. *Students will be working with items containing dairy, gluten and eggs. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
WaitlistTim Reckmann (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Week 4: Dessert Decoration (Grades 1-3)Olson Super Summer CampsJoin us for a sugary adventure where little bakers transform plain treats into colorful art! Kids will learn simple frosting techniques, color mixing, and how to add sprinkles, candies, and fun edible toppers to their very own cupcakes or cookies. All materials, a chef's guidance, and a delicious take-home treat are included! Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
Week 4: Jewelry Making (Grades 4-6)Olson Super Summer CampsThis class will teach campers how to create jewelry using a variety of techniques and materials. Campers can explore how to make necklaces, bracelets, earrings, charms, and more! Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
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Week 4: Lego Derby (Grades 1-3)Olson Super Summer CampsOur LEGO Derby class lets young engineers design, build, and race cool LEGO cars using basic physics concepts like push, pull, and gravity, focusing on simple rules, teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving to make speedy cars that travel far down a ramp, learning basic STEM skills through fun, hands-on building and friendly competition. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
Week 4: Mosaics (Grades 4-6)Olson Super Summer CampsGet ready to become mosaic makers! In this fun, hands-on class, we'll explore the amazing art of mosaics, a technique used by people for thousands of years. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
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Week 4: Nature Nuts (Kinder)Olson Super Summer CampsOffers hands-on, outdoor exploration to build nature appreciation through sensory play, crafts (like bird feeders), animal/plant identification, bushcraft, and skill-building (like den making), fostering curiosity, environmental stewardship, and fun. Students should be 4 years and 6 months old by the date the class starts. Grades are the year your student will be entering in the fall. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
Week 5: Flag Football (Grades 4-6)Olson Super Summer CampsConnect with friends and play Flag Football! We will run drills, practice skills, and practice plays against each other. We will play inside and outside. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
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Week 5: Forest Friends (Grades 1-3)Olson Super Summer CampsUses nature as a living classroom for hands-on learning, focusing on the *science of animal habitats, plants, seasons; ** literacy with nature journaling and storytelling; and ***social-emotional skills that teach empathy, teamwork, respect for nature through play and exploration. Community Education is offers a sliding scale model for program fees so our summer programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. The different prices reflect the average cost of offering a class as well as discounted options and options that help us cover our administrative costs. If you need further financial assistance, please reach out to Mrs. Bradley at senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us or call 612-668-1144. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
Week 5: Mosaics (Grades 1-3)Olson Super Summer CampsGet ready to become mosaic makers! In this fun, hands-on class, we'll explore the amazing art of mosaics, a technique used by people for thousands of years. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
Week 5: Start your own Business (Grades 4-6)Olson Super Summer CampsClass turns kids into young entrepreneurs, teaching them to brainstorm ideas, create simple business plans (what they sell, who buys it, how to advertise), manage "money" (costs/profit), design logos, and pitch their ideas, using fun, hands-on projects like lemonade stands to build confidence, creativity, and real-world skills in marketing, finance, and problem-solving. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
Week 5: Stranger than Fiction (Grades 4-5)Olson Super Summer CampsForget made-up stories – we're diving into the most incredible, unbelievable real science! Discover living fossils, black holes, robots, and more through fun experiments and fascinating discoveries. This class proves that what's real is often the most amazing story of all. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026 -
Week 5: Young Scientist (Kinder)Olson Super Summer CampsTurns curious kids into real explorers, using hands-on fun to investigate the world through senses, plants, animals, Earth, and simple physics (like sinking/floating). Through experiments, observation, drawing, and teamwork, children learn to ask questions, make predictions, use simple tools, and share discoveries, building foundational skills in life science, Earth science, and basic STEM concepts. Students should be 4 years and 6 months old by the date the class starts. Grades are the year your student will be entering in the fall. Note: Community Education uses a sliding scale model for program fees so our programs can be financially sustainable and more equitable. Participants are asked to pick the price that they can pay. By more clearly articulating our lower cost options, we have removed the barrier that some may have felt in making scholarship requests. When participants sign up at the higher price levels, they help make the program more sustainable. CANCELLATION & TRANSFER REFUND POLICY Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, and many classes fill quickly. Contact the Site Coordinator to cancel a class or transfer to another class. Full refunds will be issued if a class is cancelled due to low enrollment. In the event of inclement or severe weather, the district will decide whether to cancel, in which case a refund will be given for the time missed. Single week AM and PM classes and multi-week classes have different deadlines and cancellation fees, see below. Single Week AM or PM Class: Cancellation requests before 4 pm the Wednesday before the class start date will receive a refund, minus a $15 transaction fee. No refunds will be granted after that time. TRANSFER: Transfers between classes can be made until 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the class begins. If there is a difference in price between the two classes, we will automatically charge or credit the original payment method for the difference. If there is a mistake in your registration, please email senamarie.bradley@mpls.k12.mn.us so we can assist you. Only our office can change a registration once it has been made. Provide the camper's first and last name, the class name, and the needed changes in the email. Full day & Multi-Week Classes: No refunds granted within 2 weeks of the class start date. Cancellation requests on or before 4 pm on Friday, March 27, will receive a refund, minus a $50 transaction fee. Cancellation requests between March 27 and before 4 pm on May 8 will be charged 50% of the class fee.Summer Youth Programs 2026