Explore all summer programs, schedules, and opportunities.
SUMMER PROGRAMS GUIDE
Open Enrollment Opportunities
Invitation Only programs
Athletic Camps
Summer Fine Arts Programs
York Summer Programming
Open Enrollment Options
Unless otherwise listed, all Kindergarten-7th grade Open Enrollment options will meet during all four weeks of June. Seats in all Open Enrollment programs are limited. See the drop down menus on this page for additional details.
In accordance with Board policy and past practice, District 205 does accept nonpublic school students and home-schooled students in open-enrollment courses on a space-available basis.
Please refer to your student’s current grade level when selecting a summer program option.
K—3rd Grade
Summer Exploratory: Creative Design and Build
Students engage in hands-on, project-based learning, collaborating with peers to design and build their own creations. They explore tools like Dash robots, LEGO, and Sphero, along with creative iPad activities such as drawing, video creation, and other “Everyone Can Create” projects.
Open to all students currently in grades K-3
Cost: $300
4th Grade
Summer Exploratory: Project Lead the Way Survey
Students get an introduction to engineering electives through hands-on design, building, and testing of real-world solutions. Ideal for those interested in Project Lead the Way courses and exploring future middle school electives.
5th—7th Grade
TinkRworks STEAM Survey
Students engage in hands-on, project-based learning, collaborating with peers to design and build their own creations. They explore tools like Dash robots, LEGO, and Sphero, along with creative iPad activities such as drawing, video creation, and other “Everyone Can Create” projects.
Open to all students currently in grade 4
Cost: $300
Open to all students currently in grades 5-7
All four weeks of Summer Programs
Cost: $675
(Cost includes consumable materials and supplies)
5th-—7th Grade
Project Lead the Way: Medical Detectives
In Medical Detectives, students act as medical investigators, analyzing data to solve cases and learn how the body works. Through hands-on labs, they explore vital signs, disease outbreaks, and even dissect a sheep brain.
Open to all students currently in grades 5-7
Cost: $460
(Cost includes consumable materials fee)
Invitation Only Programs
Families with eligible students will receive a direct invitation for the programs below.
Extended School Year (ESY) - All Grades
Open to Students with Disabilities by IEP Team Decision Only
Cost: None
The Extended School Year (ESY) program is for students with disabilities who need continued learning and support beyond the regular school year in order to meet their individual goals. The decision to participate in ESY is made by each student’s IEP team, which includes parents or guardians. ESY services are provided at no cost to families.
ESY classes have small group sizes and are supported by a full special education team. Depending on a student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP), services may include special education instruction, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, social work support, educational assistants, and other related services.
When determining ESY eligibility, the IEP team considers several factors, including the student’s level of need, whether the student has lost skills during past school breaks, and how quickly those skills were regained when school resumed.
Optional bus transportation is available for eligible students at no additional cost.
Summer Acceleration - Early Childhood
Open to students entering preschool or kindergarten by invitation only
Cost: None
The Early Childhood Summer Acceleration program provides students with extra time and support in pre-literacy and numeracy practice and social-emotional skill development. *Note that this program is subject to enrollment and staffing. As a result, it is not guaranteed to run every summer.
Summer Acceleration - K—4th Grade
Open to all students currently in grades K-4 by invitation only
Cost: $300
This program provides additional time and support in Math and English Language Arts to help students build confidence and fully master grade-level skills in preparation for the next school year. Through engaging, hands-on lessons, students strengthen math, reading, and writing, with extra foundational support for younger learners in early literacy skills.
Students are invited to participate based on multiple measures, including assessment data, grades, and overall academic progress. Instruction is designed to be accessible for all learners while encouraging deeper thinking and skill development. Dual Language students are placed in dedicated classes taught by program teachers, with an optional Spanish oracy add-on available.
Summer Acceleration - 5th—7th Grade
NEW for 2026: Open to all students currently in grades 5-7 after the initial invitation period
Cost: $380
This program provides additional time and support in Math and English Language Arts to help students build confidence and master grade-level skills for the upcoming school year. Students also participate in hands-on STEM projects, exploring science, problem-solving, and collaboration in engaging ways.
Designed for students who benefit from extra academic support or a well-rounded summer experience, the program also supports Dual Language learners with integrated Spanish speaking and listening (oracy) practice built into daily instruction. Students are invited based on academic data, and instruction is designed to be accessible, engaging, and focused on deeper learning across subjects.
Bridge to Accelerated Math - 2nd—7th Grade
This program is for students who will be transitioning into a more accelerated math pathway next year
Cost: $380
Students who are transitioning into a more accelerated math pathway next year will utilize Khan Academy and a virtual Elmhurst Math Teacher to prepare for the enhanced pace of next year’s course. This course consists of a weekly Zoom session with a teacher alongside daily Khan Academy activities to be completed independently at home. The course will run during the June summer school timeframe. Zoom meeting dates and times will be announced later in the Spring.
Athletic Camps Register
Due to the construction at Berens Park, we regret that we will not be able to offer Tennis as a camp option this summer. Registration will close 2 days before the start date of each camp; late registration is at the Camp Coach’s discretion. Camps will NOT be prorated. ALL cancellations must be requested 48 hours before the camp start date. No refunds after the start of camp.
For more information, please visit our website at https://york.elmhurst205.org/athletics/athleticshome or call us at (630) 617-2403.
Athletic Office Summer Hours: Monday through Thursday from 7:00am - 2:30pm
The IHSA no-contact week is June 29, 2026, through July 4, 2026
Badminton
Grades 6th -8th camp participants will learn basic stroke fundamentals, footwork and court strategy through repetition and fun games. Camp culminates with a doubles tournament. All participants will receive a York Badminton camp T-shirt.
Grades 9th -12th camp participants will continue to work on stroke fundamentals, advanced footwork, and specific court strategy relating to both singles and doubles through various court drills and games. Camp culminates with a doubles tournament. All participants receive a York Badminton camp t-shirt. Please be dressed in gym shoes and workout clothes
June 8th - June 19th
Grades 6th -8th 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Grades 9th - 12th 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Coach: Gena Fite (gfite@elmhurst205.org) | Cost: $150 | York High School- South Gym
Boys Basketball
York Boys’ Basketball Staff will be offering intensive, high quality basketball camp for boys. Attention will be given to mastering the fundamental skills of basketball. Each participant will receive a camp t-shirt.
High School Camp Middle School Camp
Varsity/Sophomore June 1st – June 26th
Monday-Friday 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Freshmen June 9th – June 27th
Monday-Friday 3:00pm -5:00pm
Week 1: June 8th - June 12th
Week 2: June 15th - June 19th
3rd & 4th grade 8:30am - 10:00am
5th & 6th grade 10:00 am - 11:30am
7th & 8th grade 11:30am – 1:00pm
Coach: Mike Dunn (mdunn@lemhurst205.org) | Cost: $200 | Campbell Gym
Girls Cross Country
Camp begins at 7:00 am and will end between 9:00 am and 10:00 am each morning; some afternoon runs may occur for varsity in July. Mileage and daily routines will depend on the age and experience of the camper. Workouts are designed to be physically and mentally progressive for female athletes entering 6th through 12th grade. Incoming freshmen planning to join the IHSA competitive season are strongly encouraged to join the summer program, and all returning athletes to ensure our program is building a foundation of success for the 2026 season. This year, 4 conditioning days will include learning our program routines for strength, injury prevention, and yoga!
Middle School athletes are welcome and encouraged to register! We welcome newcomers as a way to build skills, confidence, mindful practice, join program culture, and foster our program’s rich tradition, all while running with other female distance runners!!
Campers must provide their own transportation to all practice sites. Each participant will receive a camp t-shirt.
June 15th - 18th (Monday - Thursday) - CONDITIONING
June 22nd – 24th (Tuesday - Wednesday) -CONDITIONING/RUNNING
July 6th - July 10th (Monday - Friday)
July 13th - July 16th (Monday - Thursday)
July 20th – July 23rd (Monday - Thursday)
July 27th - July 30th (Monday - Thursday)
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday - Meet at York’s Indoor Track (SE corner) Thursday - Meet at Beren’s Park Coach: Lauren DeAngelis (ldeangelis@elmhurst205.org) |
Boys Cross Country
The York Summer cross country camp is for York High School boys (entering 9th-12th grade) who are interested in becoming a better distance runner while preparing for the fall cross country season. Participants will meet in the mornings for the primary workout at 6:30am at the York Stadium and will run to various locations throughout Elmhurst (Prairie Path, Eldridge Park, and Wild Meadows Trace). The morning practice will end by 8:15 am at the latest. No refunds once camp begins.
Boys who participate in the cross-country camp are also enrolled in the track camp.
Afternoon workouts are the secondary workout and we will meet from 12:00-1:00 p.m., see below for specific dates. We will meet at the York stadium. Register on the York Athletics webpage.
Mornings: Times: 6:30am - 8:15am
Afternoon: Times: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
June 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26
July 8, 9, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30, 31
June 17, 18, 24, 25
July: 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30
Coach: Charlie Kern (ckern@elmhurst205.org) | Cost: $200 | York Stadium/Track
Girls Basketball
York’s Coaching staff will be offering an intense, high quality camp for Girls entering grades 3 thru 12. The focus will be on basic skills and fundamentals, shooting drills and competition. Each participant will receive a camp shirt.
All high school levels include summer league games and shootouts. Summer games schedules will be available as the start of camp gets closer. If there are any conflicts with summer school or any other basketball questions please reach out to Coach Collings.
High School Camp
Middle School Camp
June 1st – June 26th (Monday - Friday)
Freshman 8:15am - 10:00am
Sophomore 8:15am - 10:00am
Varsity 8:15am - 10:00am
June 1st - June 12th (Monday - Friday)
Grades 7th – 8th 10:00am - 11:30am
Grades 3rd -6th 11:30am - 1:00pm
Football
York Football Camp is designed to introduce individuals to the York Football Program and to prepare athletes for the upcoming season.
Camps will include strength training (beginner and advanced), speed and agility, conditioning, fundamental skill work and installation of York offensive, defensive and special teams football schemes. Camp will also be used to build team unity, character and leadership skills.
All participants will be issued a helmet, shoulder pads, practice jersey and mouthpiece. Participants will also have access to a HUDL account which is a web based video program for athletes used for film study and to learn offensive and defensive schemes. Each player is responsible for their own girdle with pads, gym shoes, cleats and lock for their locker. No prior experience is required.
We will do our best to be as flexible as possible with Summer School for the Freshman. All levels mandatory practice begins Aug.10th, although summer camp is not mandatory it is highly encouraged and expected if players want to earn playing time.
Varisty and Sophmores Camp (7:30am-11:00am)
June 8th -June 11th, June 15th -June 18th, June 22nd -June 25th, July 6th -July 9th, July 13th -July 16th, July 20th -July 23rd August 3rd-7th
Freshman Camp (7:30am-11:00am)
June 21st -June 23rd, July 6th -9th, July 13th -July 16th, July 20th - July 23rd, August 3rd - 7th
Cost: $300
Cost: $275
Don Gelsomino (dgelsomino@elmhurst205.org) | Cost: $200 | York Stadium
Coach: Brandon Collings (bcollings@elmnhurst205.org) | Cost: $200 | Campbell Gym
Coach:
Special Olympics Sports
Special Olympics Sports Camp is designed for athletes to maintain skills for those currently participating in Special Olympic Sports at York and provides an opportunity for prospective athletes to try a new sport.
Open to athletes in Grades: 6th thru 11th.
Sports: Volleyball, Track and Field and Basketball, Cornhole
June 2nd - June 11th
(Monday thru Thursday) No Fridays
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Coach: Steve Westendorf (swestendorf@elmhurst205.org) | Cost: $150 | Fieldhouse
Flag Football
Girls participating in Flag Football Summer camp will learn the fundamentals of Flag football. Participants will be introduced to formations, routes, plays, coverage and rules.
Beginning with basic agility drills and transitioning into concepts and play recognition. Girls will be exposed to the foundational knowledge and skill development to be ready for the season.
Grades 9th – 12th
June 16th & 18th, June 23rd & 25th, July 7th & 9th (Tuesday/Thursday)
Weight Room/Fieldhouse
6:00am - 7:30am
July 13th - July 30th (Monday thru Thursday) York Stadium 5:00-7:00PM
Coach: Matt Bold (mbold@elmhurst205.org) | Cost: $200 | York Stadium & Weight Room
Girls Gymnastics
York High School is offering a fun and engaging Girls Summer Gymnastics Camp for girls interested in learning gymnastics, improving skills, and enjoying an active summer in a positive environment.Open to girls of all experience levels. Skill development on basic and intermediate gymnastics fundamentals. Focus on strength, flexibility, coordination, and confidence. Plenty of games, drills, and fun activities. Come flip, learn, laugh, and have fun this summer with York Gymnastics!
Dates (Monday – Wednesday):
June 8th – 10th
June 15th – 17th
June 22nd – 24th
July 6th – 8th
July 13th – 15th
July 20th – 22nd
2nd-7th Grade 8:00am – 10:00am 8th-12th Grade 10:30am – 1:00pm
Coach: Alexis Fitzgerald (afitzgerald@elmhurst205.org) & Bailey Davidson (bdavidson@elmhurst205.org) | Cost: $240.00 | York Gymnastics Balcony
Girls Lacrosse
The York Girls Lacrosse Coaching Staff will offer a fun, energetic camp for grades 3- 12. Players will focus on the true fundamentals and skills required for competitive lacrosse. There will be a daily focus on various skills including: shooting, passing , cradling, dodging, draw control, offensive and defensive strategies. Players will also have competitive game play each day.
Players will need to provide a girls stick, goggles and mouth guard. All campers will receive one York Lacrosse apparel item.
Camp Options (players can sign up for one week or both):
Grades 3rd – 8th:
Week 1: June 22nd - June 26th 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Week 2: July 13th - July 17th 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Grades 9th-12th:
Week 1: June 22nd - June 26th 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Week 2: July 13th - July 17th 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Coach: Ryan Walz (rwalz@elmhurst205.org) | Cost:
Boys Soccer
Youth Camp/Middle School Camp (6th-8th Grade)
This camp is designed to teach participants the technical and tactical aspects of Soccer. Participants will learn a variety of skills that include: passing, dribbling, ball control, finishing and more. Tactical and technical skills will be taught through a variety of small-sided games during the week. Each day after the first day we will have a theme attached. Each participant will receive a camp t-shirt.
June 8th-June 12th ( Monday thru Friday) | 11:00am-1:00pm
Coach: Jordan Stopka (jstopka@elmhurst205.org) | Cost: $100 | Front Turf Field
High School Camp (9th-12th Grade)
This two (2) week camp is for all incoming freshman -seniors. The camp is designed for all participants to improve their technical, tactical and physical aspects of the game of soccer Participants will work on technical aspects as first touch, control, dribbling, passing, finishing, individual moves and more. Tactical strategies will be emphasized during the camp, especially during small-sided games up to 11v11 play to improve the understanding of the flow of the game, positional advantages, playing of the ball to ensure players are physically fit for the upcoming season.
Each player should bring shin guards, indoor soccer shoes/gym shoes (in the event of inclement weather) and a water bottle. It is also highly recommended that each player bring a soccer ball although it is not required for participation. The camp is broken up into 2-week sessions. All participants are included in the price.
Week 1 June 22nd -June 26th
Grades 9/10 7:00am - 9:00am
Grades 11/12 9:00am - 11:00am
Week 2 July 13th -July 17th
Grades 9/10 7:00am - 9:00am
Grades 11/12 9:00am - 11:00am
Coach: Jordan Stopka (jstopka@elmhurst205.org) | Cost: $160 | Front Turf Field
Girls Soccer
Middle School Camp (6th-8th Grade)
This camp is designed to teach participants the technical and tactical aspects of soccer. Participants will learn a variety of skills that include: passing, dribbling, finishing and ball control. Tactical and technical skills will be taught through a variety of small sided games during the week. Each camper will receive a camp shirt.
June 8th-June 12th ( Monday thru Friday) | 9:00am-11:00am
High School Camp (9th-12th Grade)
Girls participating in the camp will learn fundamentals of playing soccer competitively. Emphasis will be given to finishing, passing, and ball control, as well tactics and gameplay. Each camper will receive a camp shirt as well as instruction from high school coaching staff.
June 8th -June 12th ( Monday thru Friday) | 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Coach: Stevan Dobric (sdobric@elmhurst205.org) | Cost: $100 | Front Field
Girls Volleyball
Girls entering York High School in the fall will learn individual and team skills while preparing for the upcoming season. Sessions will specialize in positional playing, team systems, and philosophies and fundamental skills.
Soph-Senior high school players will also have summer league games: the number of games will vary for each level, and playing time is not guaranteed to be equal. Grade levels are suggested based on abilities.
High School Camp
9th Grade ($180)
July 13th - July 30th (Monday-Thursday)
9:00am - 11:30am Campbell Gym
Youth Camp
5th and 6th Grade ($120)
June 22nd - June 25th (Monday-Thursday)
10:00am - 11:30am Fieldhouse
June 29th - July 2nd
9:00 am - 10:00 am Fieldhouse (5th Grade)
10:00am - 11:00am Fieldhouse (6th Grade)
7th and 8th Grade ($120)
June 22nd - June 25th (Monday-Thursday)
11:30am - 1:00pm Fieldhouse
June 29th - July 2nd
11:00am - 12:00pm Fieldhouse (7th Grade)
10th-12th Grade ($200)
July 13th -July 30th (Monday -Thursday) 11:30am - 2:00pm Campbell Gym
8th 12:00pm - 1:00 pm Fieldhouse (8th Grade)
Coach: Danny Piwowarczyk (dpiwowarczyk@elmhurst205.org)
Boys Volleyball
Boys participating in the 2nd – 8th grade camp will learn the fundamentals of playing volleyball competitively. Emphasis will be given to passing, setting, serving and hitting techniques while introducing offensive and defensive systems. Each camper will get instruction by the high school coaching staff and York Boys volleyball alumni who have played at the collegiate level and will receive a “York Dukes” shirt and shorts.
The June Team Camp is for grades 9-10 and will include instruction focusing on skill development, mastery of positional play, and offensive and defensive team concepts. Athletes will receive a premium “York Dukes” shirt.
The July Team Camp is for grades 11-12 and will include conditioning, practices and summer league matches. Summer League fees are covered by the cost of camp. Athletes will receive a custom “York Dukes” bucket hat.
Grades 2nd – 6th
Grades 7th & 8th
Grades 9th & 10th
Grades 11th & 12th
Cost:
June 8th - June 25th (Mon-Thurs)
June 8th - June 25th (Mon-Thurs)
June 15th - June 25th (Mon-Thurs)
July 7th -July 30th (Tues-Thurs)
2nd – 8th grade camp and 11th – 12th grade camp: $200 9th & 10th grade camp: $150
Coach: Ken Dowdy (kdowdy@elmhurst205.org) |
Coed Track
2:00pm - 3:30pm 3:30pm - 5:00pm 5:00pm - 6:30pm 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Coed Track is for athletes interested in improving their skills related to Track and Field. Participants will receive emphasised direct instruction from the York Track and Field Coaches.
The events to be included are sprints, long jump, triple jump, high jump, shot put, and discus. Participants should dress appropriately for the weather and athletic movement.
June 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26
July 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27, 29, 31
Sprints/Jumps: 9:00am - 10:30am Throws: 12:00pm - 2:00pm
*Throwing days may change slightly depending on conflicting dates*
Cost: $175.00
Grades 6th – 12th
Location: York High School Outdoor Track -Stadium
Sprint Coach: Reed Sundberg (rsundberg@elmnhurst2053org)
Throws Coach: Mike Murphy (mmurphy@elmhurst205.org)
Coed Swim
This camp is offered for swimmers with some competitive swimming skills. It will focus on the competitive aspects of racing including technique work as well. Swimmers will enter through the back doors by the pool.
Session 1: June 8th - 12th and June 15th -19th
Monday -Thursday 7:30am - 9:00am
Fridays 7:00am - 8:30am
Session 2: July 6th -July 10th and July 13th -July 17th
Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 9:00am
Fridays 7:00am - 8:30am
Cost: $150/per session
Grades 7th – 8th
Location: York Pool
Coach: Josh Dunn (jdunn@elmhurst205.org)
Wrestling
Open to all boys’ and girls’ wrestlers (Grades 6th – 12th). Wrestlers will be able to develop technique and train with great competition and have a variety of tournaments to participate in.
Dates:
June 8th - June 11th (Monday thru Thursday) 1:30pm - 3:30pm
June 15th - June 18th (Monday thru Thursday) 1:30pm - 3:30pm
June 22nd - June 25th (Monday thru Thursday) 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Coach Nick Metcalf (nmetcalf@elmhurst205.org) & Coach Tom Price (tprice@elmhurst205.org) | Cost: $175 | York Wrestling Balcony
Water Polo (NEW this Summer - Coed Water Polo Camp)
Join us for the York Water Polo Camp, where athletes will learn from York’s coaching staff and players in a fun supportive environment. Campers will get an introduction to the game of water polo while developing essential skills through passing, shooting scrimmaging and water polo style games. Whether you are brand new to the sport or looking to build confidence in the pool this is the perfect way to learn, play and have fun.
Athletes should be able to swim at least 25 yards without stopping
Grades 4th – 6th and Grades 7th – 8th
June 22nd - June 25th 8:00am - 9:30am
Coed Strength Training
Summer Strength: Strength Training will be focusing on strength with an emphasis on speed/power. We will train our athletes to become more powerful with plyometric, Olympic variations, and learning to move weight fast but under control. Our program will also continue building the strengths that they have developed in the Spring, along with increasing their mobility. Hip mobility, core stability and shoulder resilience are all imperative to all athletes in order to keep them playing in their respective sports.
Speed Camp: Speed Camp will focus on moving fast no matter what direction is needed. Acceleration , change in direction, without wasting energy or steps. Whether they are in small court sports, large field sports or just need to become more powerful, this camp will address each team’s needs. We have the ability to alter drills to address teams and athletes that need more of one aspect and less of another to increase all sport performance.
These are not separate camps. Summer Strength is held in the mornings and the Speed element is held in the afternoon. The cost covers both camps.
June 9th - June 29th and July 6th - July 17th
(Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
Strength Camp: 6:30am - 7:30am
Speed Camp: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
No camp on June 19th
Coach: Jon Kosrow (dgelsomino@elmhurst205.org)
Please email Rob Wagner for any questions regarding this camp (rwagner@elmhurst205)
Boys Lacrosse
Boys Lacrosse will be offering an intensive, high quality camp for young men in grades 8th thru 12th. Lacrosse is the fastest-growing sport in the Midwest. We will focus on the fundamental skills required for competitive lacrosse and create a base for our upcoming teams.
Athletes will learn a variety of skills including but not limited to: passing, catching, cradling, ground ball pick up, and motion offense. No prior experience is required.
All participants must bring a men’s stick, gloves, helmet, shoulder and arm pads, water bottle and mouth guard.
(Tuesday and Thursday):
June 16th & 18th
June 23rd & 25th
July 7th & 9th
July 14th
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Coach: Matt Bold (mbold@elmhurst205.org) | Cost: $200 | York Stadium & Weight Room
Summer Fine Arts
District 205 offers Summer Fine Arts enrichment opportunities for students currently in 5th8th grade. These courses are held at York High School every summer during the month of June. Registration opens at the end of February with spots available on a first come, first served basis.
2026 Program Information
Dates: Monday, June 1 through Thursday, June 25.
Daytime classes meet Monday - Thursday.
Evening classes meet Tuesday - Thursday.
Location: All classes are held at York High School. Transportation is not available for this program.
Vacation Policy: The D205 Summer Fine Arts Program welcomes students who will be on vacation for some classes/rehearsals and/or students who participate in other summer activities. Students who can only attend a portion of the summer program are still strongly encouraged to register!
Registration Fee: $180 per course, unless otherwise specified (no prorated fees for missed classes.)
Registration for the D205 Fine Arts Summer Program will open the week of February 23, 2026. You may register for the Summer Fine Arts Program by using this Webstore link. The deadline for registration is Friday, May 15, 2026.
Classroom doors open 15 minutes before class. Please pick up your student promptly after their last class. All participants will receive a Summer Fine Arts Program t-shirt.
Contact Dr. Patrick Baker, Director of Arts, PE, and Health for additional information.
Daytime Sessions
NEW Fine Arts Survey (Zero experience is necessary)
What: This four week survey class provides students with a taste of the fine arts opportunities in D205. Students will explore digital creation in both art and music, learn the fundamentals of performing on the ukulele, and gain awareness of physical movement through a variety of dance forms.
Who: Current 5th - 8th grade students
Days: Monday - Thursday
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Registration Fee: $200 (includes all four weeks)
Where: Each week is a different class, each class will meet in a different space as listed below.
Week 1 - Dance: Black Box Dance Studio (C183)
Week 2 - Digital Creation - Art: Art Computer Lab (A134)
Weeks 3 & 4 - Choose from options below:
• Fun with Fiddles - Music: Orchestra Room (A153) (*string instrument players only)
• Ukulele to Studio: Songwriting & Recording - Music: Band Room (A151)
Band and Orchestra (Band and Orchestra Literature and Chamber Music Exploration)
Who: Current 5th grade students
Days: Monday - Thursday
Time: 11:20 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.
Where: Band Room (A151) and Orchestra Room (A153)
Concert: Thursday, June 25 at 12:20 p.m. in the York Commons - all are welcome!
Students in Summer Band or Orchestra can participate in the Summer Evening Choir for no additional charge. Details about the Summer Choir are below under Evening Sessions.
Introduction to Visual Arts (Sculpture, Drawing, Painting and Mixed Media)
(Zero experience is necessary)
Who: Current 5th - 8th grade students
Days: Monday - Thursday
Times: 11:20 a.m. - 12:50 p.m. , 1:00-2:30 p.m.
Registration Fee: $200 (includes consumable supply fee)
Where: Art Room (A135)
Limited to the first 30 students per class section. All materials are covered in the registration fee.
Music Production (Create, Record and Produce Your Own Music)
Who: Current 5th - 7th grade students
Please Note: Current 8th grade students interested in this course are encouraged to take the York Summer School credit-bearing class called Music Production 1.
Days: Monday - Thursday
Time: 1:00-2:30 p.m.
Where: Music Technology Room (A155)
Students may want to bring a flashdrive to archive their recordings
Limited to the first 23 students
Evening Sessions
Band and Orchestra
Days: Tuesday - Thursday
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Band (A151) and Orchestra Rooms (A153)
Who: Current 6th - 8th grade students with experience playing an instrument
Students in Summer Band or Orchestra can participate in Choir, Jazz Band, and/or Mariachi for no additional charge. Teachers will create a schedule for students to split their tim between rehearsals.
Choir (for current 5th-8th grade students)
Days: Tuesday - Thursday
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Forum Room A294 (directly upstairs from the Orchestra Room)
Who: Current 5th-8th grade students who enjoy singing
Students in Summer Choir can participate in Mariachi for no additional charge.
Students in Summer Band or Orchestra can participate in Choir for no additional charge. Teachers will create a schedule for students to split their time between rehearsals.
Mariachi (Perform Mariachi Music and Learn About its History and Culture)
Days: Tuesday - Thursday
Time: 4:45 - 5:45 p.m.
Where: Orchestra Room (A153)
Who: Current 5th - 8th grade students with experience playing an instrument or singing. Band and Orchestra students may participate at no additional cost.
Bring your own instrument or use a school-owned instrument
Students in Mariachi can participate in Jazz Band for no additional charge.
Students in Summer Band, Orchestra, or Choir can participate in Mariachi for no additional charge. For students in both Mariachi and Jazz Band, Teachers will create a schedule for students to split their time between rehearsals.
Jazz Band
Days: Tuesday - Thursday
Time: 4:45 - 5:45 p.m.
Where: Band Room (A151)
Who: Current 6th - 8th grade students with experience playing an instrument. Band and Orchestra students may participate at no additional cost.
Students in Jazz Band can participate in Mariachi for no additional charge.
Students in Summer Band or Orchestra can participate in Jazz Band for no additional charge. For students in both Mariachi and Jazz Band, Teachers will create a schedule for students to split their time between rehearsals.
York Summer Programming
Summer Session 1: June 1 - 18
Week 1: Monday, June 1 - Thursday, June 4
Week 2: Monday, June 8 - Thursday, June 11
Week 3: Monday, June 15 - Thursday, June 18
Summer Session 2: June 22 - July 9
Week 1: Monday, June 22 - Thursday, June 25
Week 2: Monday, June 29 - Thursday, July 2
Week 3: Monday, July 6 - Thursday, July 9
Journalism & New Media
1 credit | Session 1 | Fulfills elective graduation requirement | Open to 8th - 11th grades | Cost: $255
Students in Journalism & New Media will be reading, communicating, critically thinking, analyzing, writing, and producing print, digital, and media works in this course. The course will cover the entire process of journalism and students will engage in inquiry-based units designed to develop interest in print, broadcast, photo, online, and sports journalism. Newsgathering, writing, editing, interviewing, deadlines, layout, design and current publication trends, creating effective visual and audio content, storyboarding, editing, and planning productions will be emphasized. This course also provides students the opportunity to work with a variety of equipment and technologies and to explore production development using Adobe’s Editing Suite. Students enrolled in the course learn effective communication techniques through writing, on-camera performance, as well as directing and presenting ideas to the class while widening their computer literacy skills. Exemplary student projects will be archived on the ThisisYork.org website and in the Yearbook.
Music Production I
1 credit | Session 1 | Fulfills Fine Arts graduation requirement | Open to 8th - 11th grades | Cost: $255
In Summer Music Production, students will be introduced to Apple’s digital audio workstation (DAW), Logic Pro X. Students will follow the curriculum for Music Production 1 and work mainly with recording and editing MIDI and audio files in Logic Pro X to learn the basics of songwriting and music composition. Whether you like rap, rock, jazz, classical, or metal, this class will help you understand how your favorite styles of music are created and how you can go about creating them yourself. By the end of this class, you will be comfortable using Logic Pro X to record original song arrangements, have basic piano skills, be able to speak intelligently about your favorite styles of music, and most importantly, have a collection of your own musical creations that you can be proud of. Students do not need any previous musical experience in band, orchestra, or choir. This course provides all students the opportunity to learn about music without having any background or training.
Introduction to Business
1 credit | Offered both sessions | Fulfills Consumer Education OR Practical Arts graduation requirement
Open to 8th - 11th grades | Cost: $255
In this course, students will learn and apply business and economic concepts that will enable them to become part of the global economy. This course examines the role of businesses in our daily lives from the perspectives of the business owner and the consumer. Topics studied in the course include the various types of businesses, business finances, business management, entrepreneurship, consumer responsibilities and business globalization. As a result of completing this course, students will apply skills necessary as a successful consumer, worker, and citizen. Students will have a better understanding of the problems faced by and the opportunities available to business owners and managers. Students may also develop an idea of the type of industry they may want to explore as a potential career.
Please be advised that demand for this course is typically very high. In the event that there are more course requests than seats available, a lottery will be used and families will be notified. There is no waitlist for this course.
Introduction to Family & Consumer Sciences
1 credit | Offered both sessions | Fulfills Consumer Education OR Practical Arts graduation requirement
Open to 8th - 11th grades | Cost: $310 (lab fee included)
This is a survey course in which you will explore personal financial management topics and areas of study within Family & Consumer Sciences. Students will explore potential careers, practice personal budgeting, learn about insurance, banking, credit and other financial management concepts through activities and hands-on projects. FCS units of study may include learning how to become a smart shopper, planning and preparing a meal, studying the ages and stages of development of small children, and planning the design and furnishing of a room.
Freshmen Math Academy: Algebra 1
Not a credit-bearing course | Offered: 6-weeks (Session 1+2) or 3-weeks (Session 1 only)
Open to select 8th grade students | Cost: NONE
Summer Math Academy: Algebra 1 is designed to prepare current 8th grade students who will be taking Algebra 1 as freshmen at York. This course will reinforce middle school mathematical concepts and build on them by introducing students to high school algebraic concepts and ways of thinking. A variety of Pre-Algebra, Algebra, and Statistical topics will be covered. This course is appropriate for students who need additional time and support to feel confident and prepared for the next school year. Transportation is available at no additional cost.
This course will follow a two-phase registration process:
• Invitation Phase: Some students will receive an invitation based on assessment scores, classroom grades, and other school progress data.
• Open Enrollment: Any remaining spots, if available, will be open to interested families.
Chef’s Corner
1 credit | Offered both sessions | Fulfills Practical Arts graduation requirement | Open to 8th - 11th grades
Cost: $440 (lab fee included)
In this lab-based class, students will study and apply basic cooking principles and techniques. You will prepare and taste recipes or different food products almost every day during this summer school course! Students will prepare foods such as cookies, tacos, smoothies, apple crisp, twice-baked potatoes, homemade macaroni and cheese, omelets, chicken parmesan, shrimp scampi, fajitas, and homemade pizza. While learning to prepare these foods, you will increase your culinary skills and appreciation of great-tasting food. This course is a prerequisite for the advanced foods courses. Basic skills learned in this class will be built upon in the Gourmet Foods, Baking and Pastry Arts, International Foods and Food and Restaurant Management classes offered during the school year.
Please be advised that demand for this course is typically very high. In the event that there are more course requests than seats available, a lottery will be used and families will be notified. There is no waitlist for this course.
Automobile Consumer Ownership
1 credit | Session 2 | Fulfills Consumer Education OR Practical Arts graduation requirement
Open to 8th - 11th grades | Cost: $265 (lab fee included)
In this course, students will learn important financial literacy skills needed for money management as an adult, such as budgeting, insurance, banking, housing, and credit. This class also relates the required consumer education topics as they apply to owning and maintaining a large purchase, such as an automobile. This class will also instruct students in the practical information they need to know to be an automobile owner. Automotive lessons include when and how to perform routine maintenance on your car, how to identify car problems, and fundamental emergency tips, such as changing a flat tire. This course will fulfill your consumer education graduation requirement. .
Forensic Science
1 credit | Session 2 | Fulfills Science graduation requirement | Open to 8th - 11th grades
Cost: $265 (lab fee included) | Prerequisites: None
Forensic Science is the application of scientific principles and methodologies to criminal and civil law. In this course, students will learn basic evidence collection techniques and practice them in the laboratory and field. Students will apply introductory concepts from biology, chemistry, and physics to the identification and analysis of evidence. Students will study biological concepts in the context of fingerprints, hair, blood, and DNA. They will study chemistry and physics concepts in the context of fibers, powders, plastics, metals, and blood spatter.
Criminology
1 credit | Offered both sessions | Fulfills Social Studies elective graduation requirement Open to 8th - 11th grades | Cost: $255
Crime affects us all, either directly or indirectly. When crimes occur, many people are involved: victims, criminals, police officers, detectives, forensic scientists, attorneys, social workers, judges, and taxpayers. In addition, there are the various aspects of the crime to consider: the investigation, arrest, trial, incarceration, and rehabilitation of the offender. This timely and unique course explores the complex causes of crime, the nuances of the investigative process, and individual rights and civil liberties. In addition, this course addresses many topical issues such as juveniles in the criminal justice system, hate crimes, the bystander effect, and policing in the digital age. Students will develop the critical thinking, deductive reasoning, and analytic skills essential to future success in academic classes and beyond.
Sociology
1 credit | Session 2 | Fulfills Social Studies elective graduation requirement | Open to 8th - 11th grades Cost: $255
Do eyes and facial expressions reveal a person’s true thoughts? Why do social groups often dislike each other? Does television lead people to violence and reduce their attention span? What causes prejudice? These and other questions can be answered in Sociology. This class will focus on how people behave in groups. Films, simulations and role play activities help students develop social skills and knowledge that are essential for dealing with others.
Survey of Health Careers Course
1 COD credit (6-week course) | June 1 until approximately July 9th (dates finalized later) Open to 10th - 11th grades | Cost: Free to eligible students
The course starts June 1. This course is an exploration of various allied health professions, including diagnostic, medical information, rehabilitation, and patient care services, with opportunities for mental health/behavioral health career exploration through classroom speakers, job shadowing, and field experiences. The program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in various settings. Students will gain an understanding of the prevalence of mental health issues and the various mental health careers available. Students will receive college credit and a mental health certification through College DuPage. Included in this course are in-person classes and various field experiences and bus transportation. More information will be provided at a later date.
Summer Theatre Conservatory I
1 credit | Session 1 3-week evening course, meets Monday- Friday; please note that there will be two field trips in which class time will be extended to account for travel. More information regarding field trips will be sent to class participants | Fulfills Fine Arts graduation requirement | Open to 8th - 11th grades | 5:00 - 9:00 PM | Cost: $430 (lab fee included)
This class offers wide-ranging and intensive instruction in the techniques, aesthetics, literature, and history of the theatre. Through a conservatory approach, varied sessions in acting, voice, movement, performance theory, and text analysis provide a foundation for audition, performance, and further study of theatre arts. The course includes trips to two professional theatre
Summer Theatre Conservatory II
1 credit | Session 1 3-week evening course, meets Monday- Friday; please note that there will be two field trips in which class time will be extended to account for travel. More information regarding field trips will be sent to class participants | Fulfills Fine Arts graduation requirement | Open to 9th - 11th grades | 5:00 - 9:00 PM | Cost: $430 (lab fee included) | Prerequisite: Summer Theatre Conservatory I
An extension of the foundational elements learned in the prerequisite course, Summer Theatre Conservatory I. The focus of this year’s class, in addition to dance, singing and theatre games, is Meisner Technique. This approach helps actors to push the twelve guideposts of character to the background and focus on their scene partners in the immediate moment. The course includes trips to two professional theatre productions. Information on trip dates and cost will be sent once approved, and the class roster is solidified.
Driver Education
.5 credit | (12 days, 3 days per week for 4 weeks per state guidelines) | This Course runs June 1- 25 per state requirements | Fulfills driver education graduation requirement | Open to students entering 9th, 10th, 11th, & 12th grade - must be 15 by May 1, 2026
York Community High School is pleased to offer a summer session of Driver Education and Behind the Wheel (BTW). NEW for 2026, registration for this course will happen through the York Academic Summer School course enrollment request process. After an enrollment request is submitted, families will receive an email with admission status, next steps, and a completion deadline at the email address submitted on the Form. If a response is not received by the deadline, your seat may be given to a student on the waitlist.
If a seat is secured during phase 1, a D205 staff member will contact families to assign one of the following BTW times (to be selected after registration): 7:00-8:00 a.m., 8:05-9:05 a.m., or 9:15-10:15 a.m.
