Give your child a summer that builds confidence, sharpens thinking, and strengthens core academic skills without losing the joy of camp. Our Summer Academic Program blends structured learning with engaging, hands-on experiences designed to keep young minds active and ahead. We believe in “empowering” children with knowledge, self-esteem and enthusiasm to promote positive learning experiences.
Location: All classes meet at the Cedar Hill Prep School campus, unless otherwise noted, in course description.
Programs: Program sessions will be held according to locations/ time/dates noted. All programs are from June 29th – July 31st for 5 weeks, 50 hours, unless otherwise noted. See course description for additional attendance guidelines.
Fees: The entire fees or deposit must be paid at registration. Tuition or session fees do not include cost of books and supplies except where noted. 10% Discount For Siblings!
Refunds: Deposit is refundable if a course is canceled due to lack of registrants. A refund request must be made in writing to Summer Academic Camp for processing and to avoid cancellation fee. A full refund will be provided if registration is canceled up to 5 business days prior to the first class. A $25 cancellation charge will be assessed if a parent elects to cancel 4 business days before the start of the session. After the first class, no refunds will be provided.
Program changes: Because of certain possible contingencies, Summer Academic Camp must reserve the option to make any changes in course offering, scheduling, instructors and/or room assignments as appears necessary.
Emergency Closings: In the event Cedar Hill Prep School is closed during the day for inclement weather, Summer Academic Camp also will be closed and classes made up at a later date. School closing announcement will be made via phone and on the website at www.cedarhillprep.com.
Late Fee: A $25 late fee if checks are returned for insufficient funds.
For more information contact: summerschool@cedarhillprep.com | 732-356-5400
CODE: EPE
Ages: 3 - 4 years
Time: 10:00AM – 12:00PM
Course Information:
The objective of the Preschool Enrichment Program is to engage the children in a structured active environment. The enrichment builds on fundamental elements of early childhood education, while allowing the children to enjoy their childhood, while providing children with an opportunity to be ready for formal education. The classes meet Monday - Friday.
CODE: EKE
Age: 5 years
Time: 10:00AM – 12:00PM
Course Information:
The objective of the Kindergarten Enrichment Program is to instill school readiness. This is done by involving the children in a structured curriculum that caters to the multiple intelligences of the child. The classes meet Monday - Friday.
CODE: EDL
Age: 5 - 6 years
Time: 10:00AM – 12:00PM
Course Information:
The course targets important prerequisite skills for developing literacy. Students will practice listening for phonological awareness, short-term memory, categorization and comprehension.
$550 for 5 weeks/50 hours Ages 3 - 6 years
Grade: 3 - 5 (8:30AM – 10:30AM) CODE: SI 35
Course Information: Have fun learning and practicing Spanish in a relaxed and conversational fashion. Students will practice speaking in a non-traditional classroom setting, giving them a solid foundation for next fall. Students are encouraged to bring their own tablet.
Grades: K - 1 (10:45AM – 12:45PM) CODE: PR56
Course Information:
Multisensory program that builds students’ phonics skills, word structure and spelling. Students will be able to link sounds and letters, recognize patterns, build and write words before reading words in context.
Cost and Duration
$975 for 5 weeks/50 hours
Ages 6 - 13 years
Grade: 1 - 2 (10:45AM – 12:45PM) CODE: BELS12
Grade: 3 - 4 (10:45AM – 12:45PM) CODE: BELS34
Grade: 5 - 6 (10:45AM – 12:45PM) CODE: BELS56
Course Information:
Students develop key skills and strategies for reading success. They will learn to identify the main idea, compare and contrast, draw conclusions, predict outcomes and apply strategies to improve comprehension.
Grade: 3-4 (8:30AM – 12:30PM) CODE: RCRR34
Course Information:
A multisensory program for non-readers and struggling readers. The coursework integrates phonological awareness, phonics, spelling, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension.
Grade: 5-8 (10:45AM – 12:45PM) CODE: LSRR5678
Course Information:
A blended model of instruction combines face to face instruction with online instruction to maximize depth, intensity and effectiveness in reading comprehension. This builds student vocabulary and fluency.
Grade: 3 - 4 (8:30AM – 10:30AM) CODE: ERC34
Grades: 5 - 6 (8:30AM – 10:30AM) CODE: ERC56
Course Information:
The course targets reading comprehension skills such as decoding, vocabulary, making inferences, generalizing, and recognizing details. Students engage in learning and skill development through a multimedia approach, and creative projects that are age appropriate. Course work will also focus on any areas of difficulty and highlight areas of strength.
Grade: 7 - 8 (8:30AM – 10:30AM) CODE: ERC78
Course Information:
The course targets reading comprehension skills such as making inferences, generalizing, and recognizing details. Students will improve their ability to select main ideas, recall factual details, use context clues and make inferences.
Grade: 7 - 8 (8:30AM – 10:30AM) CODE: ADW78
Course Information:
Students develop skills of close reading and analytical writing. This will involve reading passages to explain how the author builds an argument and persuades an audience. Students analyze the author’s use of evidence, reasoning and stylistic and persuasive elements.
$975 for 5 weeks /50 hours Ages 6 - 13 years
Cost and Duration
$975 for 5 weeks/50 hours
Ages 6 - 13 years
Grade: 1 (10:45AM – 12:45PM) CODE: BMS1
Grade: 2 - 3 (10:45AM – 12:45PM) CODE: BMS23
Grade: 4 - 5 (10:45AM – 12:45PM) CODE: BMS45
Course Information:
“Join our ‘Fiber Math’ summer camp! Students won’t just be crafting; they will be engineering, designing, and calculating. Through braiding, weaving, knitting, and crochet, children will turn abstract concepts like geometry, symmetry, and algorithms into wearable art, building confidence in math through creativity.” Engage in learning one craft at a time – knitting, crocheting, weaving and braiding. Research shows that knitting, crocheting, weaving, and braiding help children visualize complex mathematical ideas, improve spatial reasoning, and build computational thinking.
Grade: 3 - 4 (10:45AM – 12:45PM) CODE: WW34
Course Information:
The course targets mastering language mechanics. Students develop and reinforce their grammar and writing skills. Written assignments will focus on the effective use of language to communicate student thoughts and ideas.
Grade: 5 - 8 (10:45AM – 12:45PM) CODE: WW5-8
Course Information:
The course is designed for students who need to improve their writing abilities which include their style of writing, organization of thought, drafting, and revision. Analyze sequences of sentences or paragraphs to make sure they are logical. Interpret graphics and edit a portion of the accompanying passage so that it clearly and accurately conveys the information in the graphics.
Grade: 7 - 8 (10:45AM – 12:45PM) CODE: AWW78
Course Information:
Writing exercises that involve analysis of an author’s viewpoint, essays and opinions on current affairs. In addition students will correct errors, edit and revise to improve texts from the humanities, history and social sciences.
Grade: 7 and 8
Time: 10:00AM - 3:00PM
Date: July 13- July 17th, 2026
Duration: M-F (1 week)
Class Size: 20 students
Course Information:
Students learn to thoroughly research and analyze real world issues and use the 6-step problem-solving method to develop relevant action plans. They apply this knowledge plus divergent and convergent thinking skills to imagined future scenarios. Students will make a final presentation to showcase their innovative solution.
Grade: 7 - 8
Time: 10:00AM - 3:00PM
Date: July 27 - 31st, 2026
Duration: M-F (1 week)
Class Size: 20 students
Course Information:
Future City Design program combines the engineering design process with project management to imagine, research, design, and build cities of the future. Students learn all aspects of the engineering design process, become aware of the different engineering fields, and then build a model futuristic city with innovative solutions to some of today’s most pressing issues. Students will showcase their model (using recycled materials) on the last day of class.
Cost $500
Duration: 1 week 10:00 am- 3:00 pm
Grades 7 - 8
