Summer Programs

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 2024-25 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 23 - July 17, 2025
• All classes held at Norup International School
• Monday - Thursday, 8:30 am - 11:30 am
• Students are encouraged to bring a water bottle and light snack
• Additional details are available in the Elementary Berkley Summer Difference Program document

Program Details for Elementary STEM

• July 21 - July 24, 2025
• All classes held at Norup International School
• Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 11:00 am
• Students may bring water bottles and a light snack
• Additional details are available in the Elementary STEM Program document
   

Registration 

• April 21 - May 16, 2025
• Families will register via the MISTAR ParentConnection
• 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 offered in-person. Students have the option to take three types of classes: Math, English Language Arts and Computer Science. 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 Computer Science program provides foundational skills and includes: Encryption, Animation, Machine Learning (pre-AI), Magic School, and game design.

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 23 - July 17, 2025
• All classes held at Norup International School
• Monday - Thursday, 8:30 - 10:00 am or 10:15 am - 11:45 am
• Students are encouraged to bring a water bottle and light snack
• Additional details are available in the Middle School Berkley Summer Difference Program document

Program Details for the Computer Science Class

• July 21 - 24, 2025
• All classes held at Norup International School
• Monday - Thursday, 8:30 am - 11:00 am
• Students are encouraged to bring a water bottle and light snack
• Additional details are available in the Middle School Berkley Summer Difference Program document

Registration

• April 21 - May 16, 2025
• Families will register via the MISTAR ParentConnection
• Follow these instructions on how to register via the ParentConnection

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

• June 30 - July 24, 2025
• Class location is to be determined due to Construction
• Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am - 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

• June 13 - June 27
• Families will register via the MISTAR ParentConnection
• Follow these instructions on how to register via the Parent Portal

Summer Drama Camp led by the Berkley High School drama program director John Hopkins consists of multiple classes in different dramatic and performance techniques. Drama camp is open to all students in grades 6-12.

The Berkley Schools Drama Department announces three opportunities for summer programming for students interested in the dramatic arts. Registration is now open for the following sessions, for students entering the grades listed below:

• Session One - Middle School Musical Theatre (grades 6 - 8) - June 23 - 27 from 10 -3
• Session Two - Acting camp (grades 6 - 12) - August 4 - 8 from 10 - 3
• Session Three - Advanced Musical Theatre (grades 6 - 12) August 11 - 15 from 10 - 3

Drama Camp Details

• When: Monday-Friday, 10 am - 3 pm with a 45 minute lunch ("brown bag" lunch or off-campus lunch for high school students only)
• Location: Berkley High School Little Theatre/Choir Room, 2325 Catalpa, Berkley, MI 48072.
• Tuition: $175/session. A reduced rate of $150/session if a student pays for more than one session at the time of initial registration.
• Behavior/Attendance/Dismissal Policy: Students are expected to arrive on time and follow all provisions outlined in the Student Code of Conduct. The instructor may dismiss a student from the program at any time for behavior deemed inappropriate, and tuition will not be refunded to students dismissed from the program.

Registration

• Register on the BeDrama website

Questions?
Contact John Hopkins