Berkley Summer Learning Programs - Registration Opens April 22

The Berkley Summer Difference program details are now available for students TK-12. High School summer options will be held in person, for students in current grades 9-12. Classes will focus on Credit Recovery.

Registration for all students will open on Monday, April 22, in the MISTAR Parent Portal.

See program descriptions and registration instructions, below.

Elementary Program - Math & Language Arts + STEM

The Berkley Summer Difference Math & Language Arts program is intended for students currently in Grades TK-5 who need to maintain or grow in their academic achievement from the 2023-24 school year. Students who enroll in the program will have both math and language arts instruction throughout the summer program.

The elementary Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) program will focus on problem solving, engineering design and offer hands-on opportunities.

All classes will be taught in person by certified, highly-qualified elementary teachers. Depending on enrollment, multi-grade sections may be organized to better meet staffing needs. The summer program will be educational and enjoyable!

Program Details for Math & Language Arts

• June 24 - July 25, 2024 (no class July 4)

• All classes held at Rogers Elementary School

• Monday - Thursday, 8:30 am - 12 pm

• Breakfast will be available daily at 8 am for a fee, or free/reduced price for those who qualify for free/reduced meals

• Additional details are available in the Elementary Berkley Summer Difference Program document

Program Details for Elementary STEM

• June 17-21 (No class June 19)

• All classes held at Rogers Elementary School

• 8:30-11 am

• Breakfast will be available daily at 8 am for a fee, or free/reduced price for those who qualify for free/reduced meals

• Additional details are available in the Elementary STEM Program document

Registration

• April 22 - May 17, 2024

• Families will register via the MISTAR Parent Portal

• Follow these instructions on how to register via the Parent Portal

Middle School Program

Students who just completed their 6th - 8th grade school year can participate in the Berkley Summer Difference program. All classes will be offered in-person. Students have the option to take three types of classes: Math, English Language Arts and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). Availability of sections will be determined based upon registration.

The middle school summer English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics school programs are intended for students currently in Grades 6-8 who need to maintain or grow in their achievement.

The middle school summer STEM program is intended for any students interested in exploring STEM topics which could include Coding/Robotics.

Classes will be taught by certified, highly-qualified middle school teachers. Depending on enrollment, multi-grade sections may be organized to better meet staffing needs.

Program Details for Math & English Language Arts Classes

• June 24 - July 25, 2024 (no class July 4)

• All classes held at Berkley High School

• Monday - Thursday, 8:30-10 am or 10:15-11:45 am

• A mid-morning snack will be available for a fee, or free/reduced price for those who qualify for free/reduced meals

• Additional details are available in the Middle School Berkley Summer Difference Program document

Program Details for the STEM Class

• June 17-21 (No class June 19)

• Berkley High School

• 8:30-11 am

• A mid-morning snack will be available for a fee, or free/reduced price for those who qualify for free/reduced meals

• Additional details are available in the Middle School Berkley Summer Difference Program document

Registration

• April 22 - May 17, 2024

• Families will register via the MISTAR Parent Portal

• Follow these instructions on how to register via the Parent Portal

High School Program: Credit Recovery

The high school summer program will be focused on Credit Recovery Courses. Credit Recovery Courses should be selected in consultation with each student’s school counselor. Credit Recovery coursework will be delivered through the APEX online learning system, assisted, facilitated, and overseen by certified teachers. Students will complete the coursework in person. These courses are tailored to each student and are mastery-based, which means the length of time students must spend in Credit Recovery will vary and is dependent upon mastery of course objectives.

Program Details for Credit Recovery

• July 1 - August 1 (no class July 4)
• All classes held at Berkley High School
• Monday - Thursday, 8-10:15 am or 10:20 am - 12:30 pm
• Fee - $100 per credit recovery class for students attending Berkley Schools. Any Berkley Schools student who is eligible for free/reduced meals will receive a reduced rate of $25/class.
• Additional details are available in the High School Summer Learning & Credit Recovery document

Registration

• April 22 - May 17, 2024
• Families will register via the MISTAR Parent Portal
• Follow these instructions on how to register via the Parent Portal