Helping kids reach new heights

Spring Forward provides after-school and summer programs to help kids realize their academic potential. Become a Supporter today.

 
 

All Spring Forward programs are provided at no cost to children who need extra support.

  • After School and Intersession Programs

    Program includes homework help, enrichment activities, recreation, and after-school snacks. Intersession camps offer Art and STEM activities.

    K - 5th Grade

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  • Summer Enrichment Camps

    Includes math and literacy instruction, plus sports and play. Campers also go on field trips every Friday.

    1st - 6th Grade

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  • Book Giveaways

    Book Giveaways

    Spring Forward is committed to helping families build their home libraries. In 2021 we gave away 5,000 books at various events.

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  • “The program provided my son the opportunity to get him back on track. His overall attitude and behavior improved significantly. He loved going to summer camp every day.”

  • My son had a great time while learning. Field trips and crafts helped make it fun. Staff members were very professional and caring. This is my 4th child who has participated in the Spring Forward program throughout the years and it is an exceptional and extremely necessary resource for so many families. We thank you!

  • “I liked that my child came home everyday excited to return to camp the next day and that she also was not only having a great time but could tell me what she learned everyday.”

  • Cheerful, professional teachers and staff! My children cried on Friday because they would have to wait all the way to Monday for their next Spring Forward day. It was so refreshing to have Abbi, a young, positive, and energetic building administrator!

OUR IMPACT THIS YEAR

2,200

books given away

 

626

kids attended Summer Enrichment Camp

38.2

hours of math and reading instruction per student at Summer Camp

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2023 IMPACT REPORT

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