- Plano Independent School District
- Middle School (6-8) Programs
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2023 Middle School Summer Programs
ALL 2023 Summer Programs have concluded. Plano ISD summer programs will return in 2024.
- Plano ISD's summer learning program offers a variety of middle school programs.
- All program applications can be found online.
- Parents may wish to talk with their child's counselor to determine the program best suited for summer study.
- As a reminder, summer school programs are dependent upon staffing and enrollment.
- Instructions for registration through Parent Portal
- For questions or assistance with registration, please contact Expanded Learning Pathways at 469-752-3995 or summerschool@pisd.edu.
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Middle School Summer Program | Grades 6-8
Program Description:
- This program is designed to serve as an academic bridge for the next school year by providing targeted, grade-level instruction for the development of skills in English (reading/writing), math, science, and social studies.
Eligible Students:
- Students are recommended for this program based on state and local assessments.
Dates: June 12 - June 29, Monday - Thursday. June 19th will be a student/staff holiday to observe Juneteenth.
Times: 9:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Locations:
- Carpenter Middle School
Cost:
- There is no cost to attend the summer school program.
Transportation:
- Busing is provided from the students’ neighborhood middle school campus. Please keep in mind that the neighborhood campus may not be the campus the student attends during the school year.
- Summer bus routes will be posted June 5.
Registration:
- Online Registration Instructions
- Students who need to attend will be contacted via School Messenger once STAAR scores are returned in May.
- Parents will then register their child through the Parent Portal. Parent Portal registration does not open until STAAR scores are returned.
- If you need assistance with registration, please contact summerschool@pisd.edu
Questions:
- For general questions about this summer program, please contact the summer school office at summerschool@pisd.edu.
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Plano ISD Summer Dance Intensive | Grades 7-12
Program Description:
- The Plano ISD Summer Dance Intensive is a week-long program offering dancers in grades 7-12 (for the 2022-2023 school year) the opportunity to strengthen technique and cultivate personal artistry in an exciting, challenging, and nurturing environment.
- Staff will engage the dancers in a variety of styles including ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and more.
- Each morning will start with a ballet class, while the afternoons will consist of classes in a variety of genres to provide a well-rounded dance training experience.
- Students will also explore the styles of African Dance and Ballet Folklorico.
Eligible Students:
- Current Plano ISD students who will be in grades 7-12
Dates: June 12 - June 14
Times: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Plano ISD - Robinson Fine Arts Center (All Spaces)
Cost:
- $165
Registration:
- For more information and to register, please visit https://www.pisd.edu/dancecamps.
Questions:
- For general questions about this summer program, please contact Phillip Morgan at phillip.morgan@pisd.edu.
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Computer Science Summer Bridge Program | Grade 8
Program Description:
The deadline to apply to participate was noon on Friday, April 21, 2023.
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Students in this program will learn to program solutions while using the Python programming language, learn about careers in computer science, and engage with professionals from the computer science field.
- For more information, visit CS Summer Bridge.
Eligible Students:
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Rising 9th graders based on enrollment formula being used to accept students.
Dates: June 5 - June 15 (Monday - Thursday)
Times: 9:00 am - 2:15 pm
There will be two sessions offered at no charge to the students.
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June 5 -8, 2023 from 9 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. (includes 30 minute lunch)
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June 12-15, 2023 from 9 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. (includes 30 minute lunch)
Two levels of this program will be offered.
- Beginner Level 1 - students who have little to no experience in programming
- Novice Level 2 - students who took Fundamentals of Computer Science and/or Python specific camps.
Locations:
- Williams High School
Cost:
- There is no cost to attend the summer school program.
Transportation:
- Busing is provided from the students’ neighborhood middle school campus. Please keep in mind that the neighborhood campus may not be the campus the student attends during the school year.
- Summer bus routes will be posted May 15.
Registration:
Complete this form to register. The deadline to apply to participate is noon on Friday, April 21, 2023.
Questions:
- For general questions about this summer program, please contact Dan Blier at dan.blier@pisd.edu.
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Plano ISD StarPower Theatre Camp | Grades 5-7
Program Description:
Registration for this program closed on April 28.
The purpose of this camp is to provide an opportunity for theatrical growth through guest artists and local professionals who provide classes in acting, voice, dance, and technical theatre, culminating in a festival of theatre productions for the middle school students of Plano ISD.
Eligible Students:
Current Plano ISD students in grades 5-7
Dates: Monday, June 26 - Saturday, July 1
Times: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm (daily)
Locations:
- Plano East Senior High School
Registration:
- Due to limitations in time and the number of cast members in a show, students MUST be present for the ENTIRE camp experience.
- A limited number of 60 acting and 25 technical participants will be accepted.
- Students may register at https://tinyurl.com/PlanoISDTheatreCamp23.
- Registration opens on April 3 and closes on April 28.
Questions:
For general questions about this summer program, please contact Germaine Ewen germaine.ewen@pisd.edu or 469-752-8214.
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Middle School Newcomer Program | Grades 6-8
Program Description:
- This program is designed specifically for Newcomers and serves as an academic bridge for the next school year by providing targeted, grade-level instruction for the development of skills in English (reading/writing), math, science, and social studies.
Eligible Students:
- Students in grades 6-8 who are identified as Newcomers.
Dates: June 12 - June 29, Monday - Thursday. June 19th will be a student/staff holiday to observe Juneteenth.
Times: 9:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Locations:
- Carpenter Middle School
Cost:
- There is no cost to attend the summer school program.
Transportation:
- Busing is provided from the students’ neighborhood middle school campus. Please keep in mind that the neighborhood campus may not be the campus the student attends during the school year.
- Summer bus routes will be posted May 15.
Registration:
- Students who need to attend will be contacted by their campus.
- If you need assistance with registration, please contact your child's counselor.
Questions:
- For eligibility/invitation questions, please contact your child’s counselor or ESL Specialist.
- For general questions about this summer program, please contact the summer school office at summerschool@pisd.edu.
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Gateway Engineering Summer Camp | Grades 6-7
This program is full.
Program Description:
- The Gateway Engineering Summer Camp is a hands-on, project-based camp designed to introduce incoming 7th and 8th grade middle school students to the fundamentals of STEM and Project Lead the Way (PLTW) engineering courses within Plano ISD.
- Certified PLTW instructors provide expert instruction in a fun, exciting environment using leading-edge technologies to sample engineering related activities and projects and get a taste of how fun it can be to be an engineer.
- The critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and collaboration skills that campers learn during the Gateway Engineering Summer Camp will benefit them for a lifetime.
Eligible Students:
- Current Plano ISD students in grades 6-7
Dates: June 5 - 22, Monday - Thursday (sessions TBD)
Times: 7:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Locations:
- Bowman Middle School
- Frankford Middle School
- Schimelpfenig Middle School
Cost: There is no charge for this program.
Transportation:
- Busing is provided from the students’ neighborhood elementary campus.
- Keep in mind that the neighborhood campus may not be the campus the student attends during the school year.
- Summer bus routes will be posted May 15.
Registration:
- Seats for Gateway are limited per weekly session at each of the three locations.
- To register, please visit the Gateway website.
- Registration will open March 13, 2023.
- Registration will close April 6, 2023 or when courses are full.
Questions:
- For general questions about this summer program, please contact stemcamp@pisd.edu.
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Summer Institute for Gifted and Enrichment Students | Grades 1-7
Program Description:
Registration for this program closed April 6.
SIGS provides an innovative summer learning experience and is open to students in grades 1-7 who are not concurrently enrolled in another summer program. Students have an opportunity to explore courses that include language, science, mathematical problem solving, logic and reasoning, computer science, the humanities, and fine arts.
Eligible Students:
- Current Plano ISD students in grades 1-7 who are not concurrently enrolled in another summer program.
Dates: June 5 - 22 (Monday - Thursday)
Times: 7:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Locations:
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- Frankford Middle School
- Bowman Middle School
- Schimelpfenig Middle School
Cost:
- $300 per student
- Please note for cancellations before May 12, $30 is retained for administrative costs. No refunds will be processed after May 12.
- Cancellation requests must be submitted to summerschool@pisd.edu.
Course Offerings: Course Offerings PDF Version, Course Offerings Microsoft Word
Course Offerings with Parent Portal DescriptionsTransportation:
- Busing is provided from the students’ elementary neighborhood campus.
- Keep in mind that the neighborhood campus may not be the campus the student attends during the school year.
- Summer Bus Routes will be posted May 15.
Registration:
- Registration will open March 13, 2023 in Parent Portal.
- Registration will close April 6, 2023 or when courses are full.
- Registration Instructions
Questions:
- For general questions about this summer program, please contact the summer school office at summerschool@pisd.edu.
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Plano Visual Arts Academy | Grades 5-7
Program Description:
Registration for this program closed April 6.
- PVAA is a unique summer program for current 5-7 grade students who exhibit a passion and drive to grow as an artist.
- The curriculum allows students to rotate through sessions that are focused on drawing, two-dimensional design, three-dimensional design, and the use of technology in art.
- Through these sessions, students will be encouraged to create independently, build ideation skills, and learn additional techniques.
- Smore
Eligible Students:
- Current Plano ISD students in grades 5-7
Dates: June 5 - 22 (Monday - Thursday)
Times: 7:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Locations:
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- Frankford Middle School
- Bowman Middle School
- Schimelpfenig Middle School
Cost: $300 per student
Transportation:
- Busing is provided from the students’ neighborhood campus.
- Keep in mind that the neighborhood campus may not be the campus the student attends during the school year.
- Summer bus routes will be posted May 15.
Registration:
- Pre-registration is closed for this program
Questions:
- For general questions about this summer program, please contact the summer school office at summerschool@pisd.edu.