Summer Learning
Welcome to Manteca Unified's Summer Learning Page!
Summer break is an excellent opportunity for students and their families to brush up on skills, dive into interesting topics, and do some educational sight-seeing virtually or in-person.
Explore all of our summer opportunities and resources below!
- UTK-8 Opportunities
- Summer Camps (3-12)
- High School Resources (9-12)
- Free Summer Meals
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Invitation Only
UTK-8 Opportunities
Exact Path
Support your child's learning by using Exact Path at home! Exact Path is a learning resource that supports K-12 students with math and reading skills. Using your student’s NWEA MAP scores, Exact Path creates an age-appropriate interactive learning path just for them.
See how you can learn and earn a gift card for Baskin-Robbins!
Click here to get started
SORA, MUSD's Online Library
Did you know that MUSD students have access to a digital library? By using SORA, students have convenient and safe access to hundreds of age and reading-level appropriate ebooks and audiobooks. It is both assigned and pleasure reading incentivized with fun avatars and achievements within the app to encourage a focus on learning.
Virtual Field Trips
Where will your next click take you?! Transport yourself on over 100 virtual field trips by clicking here.
Even More Online Resources!
PBS Educational Videos | Watch Here
For students of all ages, PBS provides educational videos on a wide array of topics!
Crayola Coloring Activities and Projects | Access Here
Let creativity bloom with these crafts, coloring & virtual events
Google Arts & Culture | Access Here
From art movements to mediums, this site has it all! Google Arts & Culture is an online platform of high-resolution images and videos of artworks and cultural artifacts from partner cultural organizations throughout the world.
Read Along with Astronauts | Watch Here
Story Time from Space is a project of the Global Space Education Foundation where they send books to astronauts on the International Space Station and astronauts send back videos of them reading for children while in space!
Summer Camps (3-12)
Please note that the programs below are all run by the San Joaquin County Office of Education.
All opportunities (paid and free) have limited spots, and you will be contacted by county once you have applied.
Durham Ferry Art Camp
Date: June 17, 18, 20, 21
Time: 09:00 AM- 12:00PM
Grades: 3rd- 5th
Location: SJCOE
Cost: $125
Registration End: 06/17/24
MUSD will be sponsoring 50 students to attend for free. Please enter the code "Mdavinci24" in the scholarship information section to apply. Spots are limited. Scholarship and/or participation are not guaranteed.
This club is no longer accepting applicatIONS
Sleep Away Art
Club Date: June 25-27
Grade: 6th-8th
Location: Sky Mountain
Cost: $398
Registration End: 06/25/24
MUSD will be sponsoring 10 students to attend for free. Please enter the code "Mdavinci24" in the scholarship information section to apply. Spots are limited. Scholarship and/or participation are not guaranteed.
This club is no longer accepting applicatIONS
Fishing Day
Date: July 1
Time: 09:00 AM- 01:30PM
Grades: 4th-6th
Location: Durham Ferry
Description: Campers hike to the San Joaquin River for hands-on fishing instruction, followed by diverse outdoor activities. Our camp prioritizes community building and critical thinking, including a Froggie Engineering workshop, offering a day of adventure and learning.
This club is no longer accepting applicatIONS
Archery Day
Date: July 2
Time: 09:00 AM- 01:30PM
Grades: 4th-6th
Location: Durham Ferry
Description: Campers will learn archery skills and participate in an insect hunt to learn about local critters and engage in survival skill-building activities. Community-building and critical thinking activities will foster teamwork and problem-solving, with a possible scenic hike to the river, weather permitting.
This club is no longer accepting applicatIONS
Kayaking Day
Date: July 3
Time: 09:00 AM- 01:30PM
Grades: 4th-6th
Location: Lodi Lake
Description: Campers kayak on Lodi Lake, building water confidence and connecting with the watershed. Explore the lake's shoreline and learn about its ecological importance, with a possible hike through Nature Area trails. Lifeguard present. Bus provided from 2707 Transworld Dr, Stockton, CA 95206 to Lodi Lake and back.
This club is no longer accepting applicatIONS
Fishing & Archery Days
Date: July 23, 24
Time: 09:00 AM- 01:30PM
Grades: 4th-6th
Location: Durham Ferry
Description: Campers will hone their outdoor skills with expert-led fishing sessions by the San Joaquin River and archery lessons under skilled guidance. Engaging in community-building activities, they'll also delve into survival activities and local critter exploration, fostering confidence and connection to nature.
Fishing & Kayaking
Date: July 25, 26
Time: 09:00 AM- 01:30PM
Grades: 4th-6th
Location: Durham Ferry & Lodi Lake
Description: Campers will fish by the San Joaquin River, and kayak on Lodi Lake the second day. Students will foster water confidence and ecological awareness. Engaging in community-building activities, they'll explore the lake's shoreline, learn about its eco importance, and hike through Nature Area trails. Lifeguard present. Second day: bus provided from2707 Transworld Dr, Stockton, CA 95206 to Lodi Lake and back.
Biotech Bootcamp
Date: June 3-4, 2024
Time: 09:00 AM- 02:30PM
Grades: 6th-12th
Location: SJCOE WEC
Description: Students will learn how to use the tools of biotechnology, separate molecules, quantify proteins, and insert DNA into bacteria.
This club is no longer accepting applicatIONS
Game Engineering with Nintendo Switch and Sphero
Date: June 11- 13, 2024
Time: 09:00 AM- 02:30PM
Grades: 3rd- 5th
Location: SJCOE WEC
Description: The Nintendo Switch and Sphero are electronic devices, that can be programmed. With Nintendo Labo, some coding, and a giant makerspace, kids can engineer fun inventions using these powerful toys.
This club is no longer accepting applicatIONS
Introduction to Engineering with LEGO ( June)
Date: June 14, 17-18, 2024
Time: 09:00 AM- 02:30PM
Grades: 3rd- 5th
Location: SJCOE WEC
Description: Students at this workshop will have fun learning to build and program LEGO WeDo robotic devices, exploring engineering concepts and creating the code to have them perform desired
behaviors.
This club is no longer accepting applicatIONS
Primary Coding and Robotics
Date: July 8-10, 2024
Time: 09:00 AM- 02:30PM
Grades: 1st- 2nd
Location: SJCOE WEC
Description: Students will write basic code in fun activities, program small robots for motion and interaction and explore engineering through
building challenges.
Aerospace Engineering
Date: July 10, 2024
Time: 09:00 AM- 02:30PM
Grades: 3rd- 5th
Location: SJCOE WEC
Description: Students will explore how they can engineer a lander to work efficiently in our vertical wind tunnel and design a martian base
using minecraft education.
Engineering Sound
Date: July 10, 2024
Time: 09:00 AM- 02:30PM
Grades: 6th- 8th
Location: SJCOE WEC
Description: Students will explore, code and build devices that make sound. This 1-day camp is focused on students learning, waves, energy,
computer science, and engineering while connecting it with how we can make music.
Engineering and 3D Printing
Date: July 8-10, 2024
Time: 09:00 AM- 02:30PM
Grades: 3rd- 5th
Location: SJCOE WEC
Description: 3D printing is an additive manufacturing technology that allows the relatively quick development of solutions. We’ll learn how to
use Computer Aided Design, and develop solutions to simple problems through engineering with 3D printers over 2 days.
Engineering Wearable Tech
Date: July 10- 12, 2024
Time: 09:00 AM- 02:30PM
Grades: 6th-8th
Location: SJCOE FabLab
Description: Do you ever sketch out an idea for a useful fashion or a handy gadget? Do you dream of prototyping your idea and pitching it to others? This hands on “maker” class will expose students in grades 6-8 to the basic computer programming/coding skills. They will also have
the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art 3D printing and laser cutting equipment in the SJCOE FabLab.
Robotics Inventions
Date: July 11, 12, 15, 2024
Time: 09:00 AM- 02:30PM
Grades: 6th- 8th
Location: SJCOE WEC
Description: This is a fun, introductory class using the powerful Mindstorms Lego EV3 Robotics system. Students will explore electrical and engineering concepts, build various robots with different sensors, and use the computer to program their robots to respond to sensor
and perform desired tasks.
Cardboard Arcade Engineering
Date: July 12, 2024
Time: 09:00 AM- 02:30PM
Grades: 3rd- 5th
Location: SJCOE WEC
Description: Arcade systems are marvels of engineering, from their mechanical components to their structural ingenuity. An arcade allows the player to explore an alien world, race around a track or achieve a sport. While classically arcades are made out of wood, we can
use cardboard as a chance for students to start learning engineering and coding concepts as they design arcade systems using
makecode arcade and the circuit playground express..
Introduction to Engineering with LEGO (July)
Date: July 22-24, 2024
Time: 09:00 AM- 02:30PM
Grades: 3rd- 5th
Location: SJCOE WEC
Description: Students at this workshop will have fun learning to build and program LEGO WeDo robotic devices, exploring engineering concepts and creating the code to have them perform desired behaviors.
Coding Fun
Date: July 25, 26, 29, 2024
Time: 09:00 AM- 02:30PM
Grades: 3rd- 5th
Location: SJCOE WEC
Description: Kids can start programming in elementary school! Scratch, an object-oriented programming language, is capable of doing all sorts of computer tasks, even designing or modifying classic video games!
Video Game Engineering with Nintendo Switch and Sphero
Date: July 15- 19, 2024
Time: 09:00 AM- 02:30PM
Grades: 3rd- 5th
Location: SJCOE WEC
Description: The Nintendo Switch and Sphero are electronic devices, that can be programed. With Nintendo Labo, some coding, and a giant makerspace, kids can engineer fun inventions using these powerful toys.
Engineering with Artificial Intelligence for Elementary
Date: July 22-26, 2024
Time: 09:00 AM- 02:30PM
Grades: 3rd- 5th
Location: SJCOE WEC
Description: Learn how different technologies and tools can be used with Artificial Intelligence to engineer and program different creations!
High School Resources (9-12)
Planet Fitness Summer Pass
Now through August 31st, teens aged 14-19 can work out at no cost. Teens under 18 can sign up online or in-club with approval from parent/guardian. Please contact your local Planet Fitness gym if you have any questions!
Summer Intern Program
Applications Closed.
The Summer Intern Program allows students to hone their work skills AND get paid during the summer.
Dates:
- 4 week program – 06/03/2024-06/28/2024
- 6 week program – 06/03/2024-07/12/2024
- 8 week program – 06/03/2024-07/26/2024
Location: TBD based on placements
***Specific days and shifts for students will vary by department
Exact Path
Support your child's learning by using Exact Path at home! Exact Path is a learning resource that supports K-12 students with math and reading skills. Using your student’s NWEA MAP scores, Exact Path creates an age-appropriate interactive learning path just for them.
Learn more about Exact Path and how to access it here.
NWEA Map: Mapping the Road to College
College Explorer helps students, parents, and teachers develop pathways to higher education; links MAP Growth scores with national benchmarks for college and universities; helps students develop a plan for post-secondary options.
Find volunteer opportunities that match your interests and location.
Scholarships
Search for scholarships and colleges.
California Colleges
State of California’s official college and career planning platform that includes lessons and tools to help students discover goals for life after high school.
Virtual College Tours
Offers over 7 million Student Interactive Campus Tours.
Road Trip Nation
Explore and plan for the future; explore career possibilities with videos from professionals in the field; explore colleges with virtual college tours.
College Board
PSAT/SAT/ACT prep; AP Test prep; research colleges and careers.
Career Exploration
Explore careers based on your interests! Learn about the education and skills necessary for various careers, as well as the pay, job outlook, work environment, and more.
Free Summer Meals
Social-Emotional Learning
Research shows that co-using media and technology with children has positive effects -- from early literacy skills and boosting empathy to critical thinking. Share this video to help parents and caregivers understand the benefits of using media together with their kids.
Watch Common Sense Media's video here.
Mood and Mindfulness Journal
Let your creativity shine with the Mood & Mindfulness Journal! These fun activities will help you better understand why you feel emotions like happiness and sadness, and help you describe how you are feeling. Download a copy below!
Video Resources
Sesame Street on Feelings and Emotions | Watch Here
Learn about what feelings and emotions are and how to deal with them with Elmo and friends!
Sesame Street: Common and Colbie Caillat Sing "Belly Breathe" with Elmo | Watch Here
Whenever you feel like a monster, listen to Colbie Caillat and Common's advice and belly breathe. Put your hand on your tummy and breathe right through it!
CSO for Kids: My Magic Breath | Watch Here
My Magic Breath, a collaboration between the Chicago Symphony Orchestra's Negaunee Music Institute and Chicago Children's Theatre, helps youngsters, parents and teachers harness the calming and restorative power of mindful breathing.
DIFFERENT - Award Winning Short Film | Watch Here
A deaf girl comes across a boy who is paralyzed from the waist-down, but neither of them know about each other's differences.
Read-Alouds
Grumpy Monkey by Suzanne Lang | Watch Here
Jim the chimpanzee is in a terrible mood for no good reason. His friends can't understand it--how can he be in a bad mood when it's SUCH a beautiful day? They have lots of suggestions for how to make him feel better. But Jim can't take all the advice...and has a BIT of a meltdown. Could it be that he just needs a day to feel grumpy?
The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds | Watch Here
Art class is over, but Vashti is sitting glued to her chair in front of a blank piece of paper. The words of her teacher are a gentle invitation to express herself. But Vashti can’t draw - she’s no artist. To prove her point, Vashti jabs at a blank sheet of paper to make an unremarkable and angry mark. "There!" she says. That one little dot marks the beginning of Vashti’s journey of surprise and self-discovery.
Puppy Mind by Andrew Jordan Nance | Watch Here
A young boy discovers his mind is like a puppy, always wandering away, into the past or the future. He sets about learning to train his puppy mind to heel to the present moment. Through remembering to breathe, the boy becomes a stronger and more caring master of his puppy mind, keeping it in the present, if only for a moment.
What should DANNY do? By Ganit & Adir Levy | Watch Here
What Should Danny Do? is an innovative, interactive book that empowers kids with the understanding that their choices will shape their days, and ultimately their lives into what they will be.
Enemy Pie by Derek Munson and Tara Calahan King | Watch Here
It was the perfect summer. That is, until Jeremy Ross moved into the house down the street and became neighborhood enemy number one. Luckily Dad had a surefire way to get rid of enemies: Enemy Pie. But part of the secret recipe is spending an entire day playing with the enemy! In this funny yet endearing story one little boy learns an effective recipe for turning a best enemy into a best friend.
Invitation Only
Families are contacted by their school site to participate in these need-based programs.
Please call your school site with any questions.
Kindergarten Bridge
The Kindergarten Bridge program is an annual 8-day program designed to prepare incoming kindergarten students for school. In MUSD, we call this process “school readiness.” Starting elementary school is a big and exciting milestone for children. However, between creating new routines and adjusting to a new environment, the transition can be challenging for both children and parents.
Summer Academy K-8
The Summer Academy is an intensive intervention designed for students who have not yet mastered the essential standards necessary for entry into the next grade level in both Math and ELA and need targeted instruction.
Program placement is based on student need as informed by MAP diagnostic testing data and other relevant data. Please contact your school’s vice principal if you have any questions.
High School Summer Academy
The Summer Academy is an intensive intervention designed for students who have not yet mastered the essential standards necessary for entry into the next grade level in both Math and ELA and need targeted instruction.
Program placement is based on student need as informed by MAP diagnostic testing data and other relevant data. Please contact your school’s vice principal if you have any questions.
Extended School Year
The Extended School Year program (ESY) is an in-person offering through MUSD’s Special Education Dept. and intended for students with an identified IEP (individualized education plan) needing to address regression or recoupment. Data is used to determine if the student experiences a loss of knowledge or skills over a school break that are unable to be recouped in a reasonable amount of time.
Migrant Summer Learning
In this program, dedicated teachers work closely with migrant students to help them develop their English Language Arts and math skills. In these programs, students, teachers, and paraprofessionals enjoy smaller class sizes, allowing for more one-on-one support as students prepare for the next school year.
New horizons English Learner Academy
New Horizons English Learner Academy is a specialized summer program for students in grades 4-5 and 6-8! This program will provide opportunities to build language skills through fun, interactive lessons. Learn More.
Indian Ed Summer camps
Manteca Unified is offering extended learning opportunities for students of American Indian ancestry or participating in the Title VI Indian Education Program.